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Vision Science Research Group
Course Details
The distance learning MSc in Clinical Visual Science aims to foster advanced theoretical knowledge in clinical issues within the field of vision science, with an emphasis on how research informs practice and the evolution of eye care services and capabilities.
Graduates of this course will be equipped to evaluate and undertake research; they will have enhanced knowledge of aspects of advanced vision science. The skills acquired through successful completion of the course will provide the graduate with knowledge to undertake extended clinical roles, promote the development of eye care within their region and may provide a pathway for further research endeavours including doctoral research training.
The Course Team
Our course team have many years experience in teaching optometry and vision science to undergraduate and post-graduate students at Ulster. The MSC in Clinical Visual Science compliments and extends our current General Optical Council approved BSc (Hons) Optometry course which has been producing high quality graduates for over 15 years.
Distance Learning - fully online
The University of Ulster is experienced in delivering courses through distance learning and has bespoke support and online delivery of teaching through the virtual learning environment BlackBoard learn. Distance learning offers the student the advantage of learning at their pace and preferred time, and teaching materials have been specifically developed with the distance learner in mind, ensuring access is simple and comprehensive. Support for distance learning students is at hand daily from online tutors and the virtual school at Ulster.
Flexible learning for you
The MSc course is designed and structured so you will have the opportunity to choose a particular area of study that interests you, with a balance of core modules to encourage scientific thinking and the critical review of concepts. The skills of self-motivation, independent learning, problem solving and developing and communicating scientific arguments are encouraged and developed through a programme which emphasizes critical thinking and discussion of issues through online media.
A research project will be undertaken by the student in an area of their choosing with support and guidance from an academic supervisor. In addition, another member of staff will coordinate this module and provide generic support. This project will be a significant and novel piece of research.
Expert teaching
The vision science modules have been designed with contributions from guest experts from ophthalmology, clinicians from hospital settings and other specialists.