Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research

Our MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research gives eye care professionals like you the academic knowledge and practical skills they need to contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements and effectively diagnose and treat a wide range of ocular conditions.

Whether you want to pursue further academic studies or take on new responsibilities as a primary caregiver – our programme gives you the clinical skills and research experience you need. Advance your career and have a meaningful influence on the future of the field.

A combination of core and elective modules and research opportunities – with a research project making up one-third of the programme – allows you to customise your studies based on your personal interests and professional requirements. This includes the option to select a specialisation leading to a named degree on completion of your dissertation:

MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research (General)
MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research (Diabetes)
MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research (Therapeutics)
The course is suited to applicants who have obtained a first degree in optometry or a related field outside of the UK. The generic stream of the course gives a broader perspective than diabetes and therapeutic routes.

Graduate prospects
Whether you choose a path in academia or clinical practice, your MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research will unlock new opportunities to advance and expand your career. The programme is ideal preparation for subsequent studies towards a PhD or other higher academic qualification. It also allows optometrists and other practitioners to advance their careers in primary eye care.