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Master of Optometry - MOptom
Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year
University of Plymouth
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year course at University of Plymouth.
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UCAS Tariff
88
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Plymouth. These students are taking Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | C |
| Chemistry | C |
| Mathematics | C |
| Psychology | A |
| Geography | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: B519
Here's what University of Plymouth says about its Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year course.
Want an exciting career in eyecare? At Plymouth, you'll study a forward-thinking, clinically focused degree that will equip you with core skills, confidence, and industry experience – preparing you for success as a registered optometrist.
Immersive learning, first-hand At Plymouth, our innovative learning spaces – like the Centre for Eyecare Excellence (CEE) – are designed to help you apply your learning in practice and work with real patients.
Hands-on, real-world experience You'll be gaining valuable experience on placements in a range of optometry settings, with regional practice placements during Years 1, 2 and 4 and a hospital placement in Year 3.
Graduate ready to enter the workforce Graduate with the scientific and clinical knowledge, as well as the professional training, required by the General Optical Council (GOC) to practise as an optometrist.
This course is for you if...
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you want to become part of a pioneering clinical degree programme – the first to bring optometry to the South West
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you want to develop your clinical and communication skills while working with real patients
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you want to make a difference to society through healthcare
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you want to boost your employability by learning through problem-solving and collaboration.
Source: University of Plymouth
Course details
Qualification
Master of Optometry - MOptom
Department
School of Health Professions
Location
Main Site | Plymouth
Duration
5 Years
Study mode
Full-time including foundation year
Subjects
• Optometry
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
The modules you will study
Foundation year Our Integrated foundation course prepares you for the undergraduate degree in MOptom (Hons) Optometry. Taught by University lecturers on campus, you’ll be part of the University from day one. If your current qualifications don’t allow you direct entry to degree level, this course is for you. Students completing the MOptom (Hons) Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year course will normally progress to year 1 of the MOptom (Hons) Optometry course.
Year 1 In year 1, you’ll focus on learning the basic scientific principles of optometry. You’ll also begin developing the clinical skills essential to the profession. During your one-week observational placement, you’ll see first-hand what working as an optometrist involves.
How you will be assessed
For up to date details, please refer to our website or contact the institution directly.
University of Plymouth student reviews
Showing 107 reviews
1st year student
1 year ago
There are lots of societies, thereu2019s nearly always something going on and the SU does lots of theme nights (like Halloween and stuff), some societies occasionally join together to do stuff and quite a few offer trips and do pub quizzes as well as regular socials. The SU also does food and drinks...
1st year student
1 year ago
Campus is quite lively, the SU is always doing something, Iu2019m not really a going out person but the clubs are a bit pricey for drinks but the Wetherspoonu2019s are goodrnThere are loads of societies, so thereu2019s something for everyonernPlymouth has just about everything you need shop-wise wit...
1st year student
1 year ago
The uni halls are way overpriced priced compared to the private sector halls which are inarguably nicer and you still get all the residence life events which they donu2019t tell you at open days.rnFood prices are ok - but my loan doesnu2019t cover my accommodation costs so it is a bit tight especia...
1st year student
1 year ago
Academic support is good, I have a great tutor and when Iu2019ve reached out to lecturers they are all more than happy to meet with me or answer questions both in email and at breaks or ends of lectures.rnDisability services have been really good and have been more than accommodating to my needs.rnS...
1st year student
1 year ago
The accommodation Iu2019m in is ok, the room is a decent size (could use a fresh coat of paint) but the windows donu2019t block any sound whatsoever and so when people are being rowdy you can hear it clear as day, and also the street we are on seems to be used as a racetrack? There is, nearly every ...
1st year student
1 year ago
My course is amazing, we have started from the basics which is really good for me and most of my lecturers explain everything really well, for the most part my timetable is very reasonable and completely manageable, my modules all run very smoothly and are easy to follow and they are recorded which ...
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Plymouth
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Plymouth students who took the Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
94%
high
Teaching on my course
94%
high
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
94%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
98%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
91%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
92%
high
Learning opportunities
93%
high
Learning opportunities
93%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
92%
high
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
100%
high
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
96%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
91%
high
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
87%
high
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
Assessment and feedback
91%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
91%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
79%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
96%
high
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
94%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
92%
high
Academic support
97%
high
Academic support
97%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
92%
high
Organisation and management
92%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
94%
high
How well organised is your course?
89%
high
Learning resources
87%
med
Learning resources
87%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
87%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
85%
low
Student voice
89%
high
Student voice
89%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
87%
high
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
92%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
87%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
87%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
89%
med
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
59%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
96%
high
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
96%
med
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
94%
high
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
92%
high
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
77%
low
Student information
See who's studying at University of Plymouth. These students are taking Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about University of Plymouth graduates who took Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
100%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
90%
In work, study or other activity
85%
Say it fits with future plans
90%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
95%
Other Health Professionals
5%
Teaching Professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Plymouth graduates who took Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£25.9k
First year after graduation
£31.4k
Third year after graduation
£32.5k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Optometry with Integrated Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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