Orthoptics

Our bmedsci provides you with all the necessary knowledge and training for professional practice as an orthoptist worldwide. an orthoptist specialises in the investigation, diagnosis and management of visual defects and abnormalities of eye movement. you'll explore ocular misalignment (strabismus), eye-movement (ocular motility) disorders and ocular diseases in patients of all ages.

ELP programs are offered by universities or pathway institutions to assist students in achieving the language proficiency required for academic studies. You can get admitted to your course with a lower language requirement if you do an ELP program.

The course includes 33 weeks on placement. you'll work in orthoptic departments across the uk and ireland. this gives you the comprehensive clinical experience to build on communication skills and develop the practical skills needed to start your career. the final year includes a two-week clinical placement in an orthoptic clinic of your choice. over the three years, you'll examine patients of all ages. the most common patient groups are children, the elderly and those with disabilities.

• Type: Mandatory

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Your career prospects as an orthoptist are excellent. once you've completed your degree, you'll be eligible to apply for registration with the health professions council (hpc) to practise as an orthoptist. most graduates gain a position in the nhs soon after graduation. there are good opportunities for progression such as specialising in various areas of orthoptic care.our graduates work in orthoptic clinics in hospitals, health centres and schools for children with special needs. others go on to postgraduate research in orthoptics and related fields. we offer a distance learning masters in vision and strabismus specifically aimed at orthoptists and offer excellent phd opportunities.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. The University of Sheffield has partnerships with the following companies: