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PGCert Independent Prescribing for Optometrists (2 years) at Cardiff University

Cardiff University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A clinically focused 2-year programme that prepares optometrists to practise as independent prescribers and to meet the standards set by the General Optical Council for specialist entry.

Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: part-time distance learning  |  Intake: 27 September 2027  |  Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

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Application information

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,380 a year (2027/28). Year-one tuition fee for 2027 entry (home status) Source

International applicants: GBP 8,220 a year (2027/28). Year-one tuition fee for 2027 entry (overseas status) Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: 2 years

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