MOptom Optometry
Course overview
The MOptom Optometry at Aston University, Birmingham, is a four-year Master’s degree that fully qualifies you as an optometrist. When you graduate, you can register straight away with the General Optical Council (GOC) and start work. The programme has a strong reputation and excellent graduate employment rates.
The course covers eye science, how vision works, drugs used in eye care, and how to talk clearly with patients. From the first weeks, you see real patients in Aston’s on-campus clinic, with close supervision from experienced staff. You learn to test eyes, prescribe glasses, fit contact lenses, spot eye diseases, and manage common problems.
Teaching includes lectures, small-group tutorials, practical skills sessions in the clinic, lab work with the latest equipment, and virtual-reality simulators. Assessments include written and online exams, practical clinical exams (OSCEs), patient case reports, presentations, essays, skills portfolios, and a final-year research dissertation.
Entry requirements
To apply, submit a strong personal statement showing interest in optometry and details of your academic background. A reference from a teacher or employer is also required, and a CV showcasing relevant experience.
Grade Requirements:
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You will need AAB at A-level, including two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics (at least one must be Biology or Chemistry).
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GCSE Maths and English at grade 6/B or above.
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Equivalent international qualifications are accepted.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 7.0, with at least 6.5 in each component.
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Equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted
Career opportunities
When you finish the MOptom Optometry from Aston University, Birmingham, you are fully qualified and can register straight away with the General Optical Council as a practising optometrist. Possible career paths include:
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Community Optometrist
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Hospital Optometrist
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Specialist Contact Lens Optometrist
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Paediatric Optometrist
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Academic/Research Optometrist
Cost of study
For international students starting in 2026, the annual tuition fee for the MOptom Optometry in Aston University, Birmingham is £22,575 per year.
Admission
Applications for the MOptom Optometry at Aston University are made through UCAS or the university's international application form. For further assistance, kindly reach out to one of our trained counsellors.
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