MOptom IP Optometry with Independent Prescribing

The MOptom (IP) Optometry with Independent Prescribing at Glasgow Caledonian University is designed to teach you the science and practice of optometry alongside the advanced skills of independent prescribing. This course combines clinical care with therapeutic prescribing to produce innovative and highly skilled eye-care professionals.

During this programme, you will gain a deep understanding of the visual system, ocular disease, diagnostics, and pharmacological management of eye conditions. You will also learn essential clinical skills—including refraction, contact lens fitting, binocular vision, and Ocular Pharmacology—to prepare you for comprehensive eye-care delivery.

In addition to traditional teaching methods, this course emphasises practical learning through clinical placements, simulated prescribing sessions, and NHS-supported Foundation Training Year placements in community and multidisciplinary settings. You will graduate fully qualified both as a registered optometrist and an independent prescriber.

Glasgow Caledonian University is Scotland's largest modern university, with campuses in Glasgow and London. The university offers accredited courses across all study levels and works with over 300 industry partners. The university has received several awards and recognitions, such as the UK Modern University of the Year by The Daily Mail. Glasgow Caledonian University has facilities in three schools and key centres, including health, climate justice, and social business. Campuses in Glasgow and London offer advanced facilities. Notably, the university leads in sustainability and research.

These are the standard entry requirements to study MOptom (IP) Optometry with Independent Prescribing at Glasgow Caledonian University:

You may be offered admission without typical qualifications if you have relevant work experience and prior learning in the field.

Grade requirements:

• As an applicant, you need a UCAS Tariff point of 135 with A levels at BBB minimum, to include 2 from Maths, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology.

English Proficiency:

• International students also need to demonstrate English language proficiency, with a combined 6.5 in the IELTS with no element below 5.5 (or equivalent).

The tuition fee (2025/2026) to study MOptom (IP) Optometry with Independent Prescribing at Glasgow Caledonian University is £19,300.

Glasgow Caledonian University has plenty of scholarships and bursaries available to international students. These include the Laplace Solutions Ltd Scholarship and the Boots Scholarship, awarded to high-achieving students.

As a graduate of MOptom (IP) Optometry with Independent Prescribing from Glasgow Caledonian University, you can pursue a career in roles such as:

• Independent Prescribing Optometrist
• Clinical Optometrist in Hospitals
• Community Optometrist with Prescribing Rights
• Urgent Eye Care Practitioner
• Enhanced Services Optometrist

To apply for this course, you will need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.