Introduction to Optometry

This one year full-time Introduction to Optometry programme provides an introduction to clinical and professional optometric practice as well as a thorough education in the core subjects required to study BSc Optometry. It provides students with an alternative entry route onto the BSc Optometry course at City St George's, University of London.

This course has been designed for students with an ambition to study optometry at BSc level, who have a passion for science and will enjoy a future working with the public and colleagues across the healthcare sector. Students develop a basic knowledge of the optics of vision and learn about anatomy, physiology, biochemistry and pathology of tissues and organs of the body related to occular disease. The course provides students with the quantitative analytical skills required to deal with applied optical calculations, as well as training in experimental method and analysis and scientific report writing. Principles of some optometric instruments and techniques are also introduced.

Our Department of Optometry and Visual Sciences has an internationally excellent reputation within the optometric profession. The course curriculum is informed by our world leading research which is at the cutting edge of advances in the sector and the programme is taught by academics who are leaders in their field.

You can find extensive information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website:
https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/foundation/introduction-to-optometry

Assessment on the Introduction to Optometry programme is through a variety of methods which include:

• closed book summative examinations
• laboratory/clinic based coursework
• practical examinations (including formative assessments)
• MCQ and short answer formative tests
• assessment of reports
• oral presentations

Theory examinations are used to ensure core biological, mathematical and physics concepts are understood.

Practical assessment allows you to demonstrate your ability to assess vision, visual acuity and basic investigative techniques, as well as knowledge of the basic anatomy of the external eye.

Coursework assessment permits compiling work, reflecting on the application of your studies and putting your knowledge into context.