Overview
In the Optometry and Vision Science programme from University of Bradford, we welcome applications for postgraduate research degrees all year round, including applications to study full or part-time.
Features
- We will consider alternative starting dates when the timing doesn't fit with our two enrolment intake dates: October and February.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Basic visual processing and perception
- Visual development and myopia
- Ocular imaging
- Age-related eye disease
- Clinical optometry
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA — Upper Second Class
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test — 110
- TOEFL® iBT — 80
- PTE Academic — 62
- IELTS — 6
Other requirements
General requirements
- Faculty research is very important and recruitment of high-quality postgraduate research students is a key part of the Faculty of Life Sciences strategic plan.
- Typical applicants would hold a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree or postgraduate qualification in optometry, psychology, orthoptics, medicine, statistics, or another related discipline.
- Selection of PGR students will be subject to successful interview (either in person or by video or conference call) by the supervisory team and one independent member of academic staff with significant PGR supervisory experience.
- English language requirements: The certificate must have been gained within two years of the proposed start date
Tuition Fees
- International (non-residents): 55,097 AUD / year (≈ 28,950 GBP / year)
- Domestic (citizens or residents): 8,564 AUD / year (≈ 4,500 GBP / year)
Living costs
Bradford, United Kingdom: 1,357–2,575 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.