PhD Optometry

UK

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What will I learn?

About the course

A University of Hertfordshire research degree signifies high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award. You would undertake a substantial, original research project for the duration of the degree, under the supervision and guidance of two or more academic members of staff. Your supervisory team provides guidance in the conduct of the research.

Why choose this course?

The optometry staff at the University of Hertfordshire engage in a range of projects and collaborative research. The School is committed to research and the academic expertise covers a range of disciplines.

What will I study?

Each programme will be tailored to the individual research project. The university will provide comprehensive research training. Topics include research methods, academic writing and publishing, and conference presentation. You are also supported by attendance at postgraduate seminar series to develop subject specific knowledge and research skills relevant to your field of research.

Which department am I in?

School of Life and Medical Sciences

Study options

Full Time (3 years)

Tuition fees
£16,750.00 (17,63,529) per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date

1 September 2024, 1 January 2025

Venue

College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire

Buildingy23m02, College Lane,

Hertfordshire,

Hatfield,

AL10 9AB, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants should normally hold an upper second class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution in a related subject area. For applicants whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of at least 7 (with a minimum of 7.0 in writing) is required. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) a score of 79 with band scores of reading 18, writing 17, listening 17, speaking 20 for postgraduate.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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