Do you want to pursue an exciting career as an eye-care professional? Here at Plymouth you will benefit from a forward-thinking clinically focused degree. Our course allows you to engage in the industry while equipping you with the core clinical skills, professional training and confidence required for a successful career as a registered optometrist.
| UCAS tariff | 80 - 96 |
| UCAS course code | B519 |
| Institution code | P60 |
| Duration | 5 years (with placements) |
| Course type | Full-time |
| Location | Plymouth |
The first-class new home for our healthcare teaching and research providing students with skills to meet the needs of 21st century careers.
Infection, Immunity and Therapeutics (BHCS001)
This module will provide an introduction to microbiology and the human immune system. Students will learn the fundamental biology relating to bacteria, helminths, viruses and fungi. And also develop an understanding of how our immune system has evolved to combat infection. The module will also explore methods to control microbial contamination and therapeutic strategies to prevent disease.
Current Developments in Human Biology and Biomedical Sciences (BHCS002)
This module examines the role of science in addressing key contemporary issues in Human Biology and Biomedical Sciences. The module aims to take an integrative approach, aiming to develop in students both a critical appreciation of the ways in which issues in Human Biology can be approached and resolved, and to develop an understanding of the skills and attributes needed for effective study of such issues at undergraduate level.
Molecules to Cells (FMD001)
This module introduces key concepts involved in cell regulation including genetic inheritance, metabolism and protein expression. The important role of enzymes in the control of biochemical pathways will be introduced, as will an introduction to cell signalling. Cellular organisation within different tissues will also be outlined, enabling students to recognise links between structure and function. Students should develop sufficient theoretical and practical understanding to enable progression to relevant honours degree programmes.
Introduction to Human Physiology (FMD002)
This module will provide a foundation of knowledge and understanding of human anatomy and physiology. Using example systems, it will emphasise relationships between structure and function and examine homeostatic regulation in these systems. Students should develop sufficient theoretical and practical understanding to enable progression to relevant honours degree programmes.
Interdisciplinary Learning and Team Based Learning (Enquiry learning) (FMD004)
This module is designed to enable learners to develop key skills required for working in multidisciplinary teams. Students will be encouraged to work with their colleagues to manage tasks and tailor learning according to their own particular discipline
Learning Skills for Health and Social Care Professions (SOHP001)
This module is designed to enable learners to adapt to the learning environment of higher education by developing an independent, reflective and managed approach to learning and professional development.
Every undergraduate taught course has a detailed programme specification document describing the course aims, the course structure, the teaching and learning methods, the learning outcomes and the rules of assessment.
The following programme specification represents the latest course structure and may be subject to change:
The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.
UCAS tariff
80 - 96
| Student | 2023-2024 | 2024-2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Home | N/A | £9,250 |
| International | N/A | £18,100 |
| Part time (Home) | N/A | £770 |
Our on-campus eye care clinic will connect you with clients, practising optometrists and potential employers while providing eye care services to the University community and beyond.
Whether you decide to work in high street practices, alongside other healthcare professionals in hospitals or make your mark in vision science research, throughout your degree we’ll help you plan for a successful career.
“I first felt like I was becoming an optometrist when I was performing pre-screening tests during my placement near the beginning of my first year.”
Vision is responsible for more than 80 per cent of input to the brain, so our research encompasses how we see, what we see, and in turn how these processes affect other parts of the body and mind.
