University of Sheffield

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Orthoptics (BMedSci)

University of Sheffield

Faculty:DEPARTMENT OF ONCOLOGY AND METABOLISM
Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Orthoptics/Orthoptist
Length:3 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $37,246

Cost per year has been converted from British Pounds (£21,450) to Canadian dollars.

Description:

This is a three year, full-time course. The first year gives you the scientific background you need to understand the normal eye, together with an introduction to optics and binocular vision. The second and third years develop this understanding and explore ocular abnormalities and disease.

You'll also study topics related to the profession, such as medical ethics, interpersonal skills and the organisation and structure of the NHS. In the third year, you'll carry out your own research project on a topic of your choice.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*75
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •   Biology  or   Mathematics  or   Chemistry  or   Physics 
Applicants are required to have an average of 75% in six grade 12 U, U/C or M courses, including one of Biology/Human Biology, Maths, Chemistry or Physics. Biology is preferred, but not essential+interview.
Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.0]
Application Notes : International students need an overall IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or an equivalent English language qualification.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on May 29, 2018