Ophthalmic Dispensing Management BSc
Glasgow Caledonian University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 65 graduates of Ophthalmic Dispensing Management BSc and other courses in Ophthalmics at Glasgow Caledonian University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Ophthalmics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Ophthalmics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Ophthalmics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £35500 | £37000 |
25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £32000 | £26500 - £39500 | £24000 - £43000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Ophthalmics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £19509 | £30380 | £30601 |
25-75 percentile range | £17920 - £24369 | £20878 - £37050 | £19887 - £39184 |
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Course Description
This three-year programme is based within the Department of Vision Sciences, which is the only department of its kind in Scotland. Students benefit from studying in a recognised centre of excellence in Vision Sciences which has developed strong links with its related professions.
The first two years of the programme are designed to give you the knowledge and understanding of optical principles and how they relate to effective correction of refractive errors in the human eye. In your third year you will develop the advanced skills required to allow you to apply your knowledge in an optical practice.
Strong emphasis is placed on the integration of theoretical and practical aspects throughout the programme. In the University's well-equipped, purpose-built dispensing clinic, you will gain experience in practical dispensing skills while developing your interpersonal skills through dealing with patients. To practice as a Dispensing Optician you must pass the additional exams of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians and then complete a year of supervised professional practice before applying to the General Optical Council for professional registration.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Ophthalmic Dispensing Management BSc at Glasgow Caledonian University
85% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Welfare Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
HNC in Care and Administrative Practice or Applied Science with B required in graded unit for entry to Year 1 Sufficient science and discursive subjects and a strong academic profile to be competitive. English and Maths at least at National 5 Grade B.
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
IELTS - Min 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Speaking and 6.0 in all other elements.
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 7 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Ophthalmic Dispensing Management BSc
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
EU | £14500 | year 1 |
International | £14500 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
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About Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) is a publicly funded and reputable higher education institution within Scotland, and even in a global context. Times Higher Education consistently ranks this university among the Top 1000 universities in the world, for their state-of-the-art facilities, research excellence, and experienced teaching staff. The main campus is located in the heart of Glasgow city centre, making life easy for students whenever they need to catch a bus or a train. Social opportunities are also abundant due to the campus’ location - some favourite hangouts among students include The Garage, Shack, and Sauchihall Street.
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Orthoptics with Foundation Year BMedSci (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 65% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £29110 | 151 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Ophthalmic Dispensing Management BSc | Glasgow Caledonian University | - | - | - | £9250 | £14500 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Orthoptics BSc (Hons) | Glasgow Caledonian University | - | - | - | £9250 £9250 | £14500 £15200 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Orthoptics BMedSci (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | 61% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £29110 | 157 | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Ophthalmic Dispensing (Accelerated) BSc (Hons) | University of Central Lancashire | 62% | 7% | 12% | £9250 | - | 149 | Preston | On campus Full-time | |
Orthoptics BSc (Hons) | University of Liverpool | 90% | 0% | 0% | - | - | 150 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time |