MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research at Glasgow Caledonian University

Programme overview

The MSc Investigative Ophthalmology and Vision Research gives eye care professionals academic knowledge and practical skills to contribute to advances in ocular diagnosis and treatment. A research project makes up one third of the programme, and students can choose a specialisation (General, Diabetes or Therapeutics) leading to a named degree. It suits applicants with a first degree in optometry or a related field and prepares students for PhD study or advancement in primary eye care.

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: part-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Advanced Binocular Vision, Advanced Clinical Investigation and Advanced Research Methods for Vision Sciences, with optional modules (separate lists for international students and UK optometrists only) and a research project.

Career pathways

Graduates pursue paths in academia or clinical practice; the course prepares for PhD or other higher academic study and helps optometrists and other practitioners advance in primary eye care.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK honours degree 2:2 (or equivalent) in optometry or another vision-related subject, or UK General Optical Council (GOC) registration (MCOptom). Shortlisted applicants attend an interview and applications must include an up-to-date CV. English language: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,300 a year (2025/26). Annual full-time fee for Home (Scottish), England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Republic of Ireland students Source

International applicants: GBP 16,200 a year (2025/26). Annual full-time fee. Part-time fees are pro rata by module credits taken each trimester. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time; 2 years part time

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