Optometry

Ulster University - Coleraine Campus

Course code
B510
QQI level
Level 9
NFQ type
Duration
3 years
Attendance
CAO points
NFQ Level 9

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Course summary

Optometrists are primary health care professionals. Did you know that most people value their sight above all other senses? That's not surprising considering how important vision is to our everyday lives. Vision is a complicated process involving not just our eyes, but our brains and nervous system. Studying for an Optometry degree you will discover the fascinating way in which the visual system works and learn to help patients of all ages to keep their eyes healthy and achieve the best vision possible.