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BSc Ophthalmic Technology

The programme prepares competent entry-level allied healthcare staff committed to professional development in the ophthalmic instrumentation field through lifelong learning. The curriculum is based on the expected performance outcomes for ophthalmic technologists.

Programme description

●Graduates operate and look after ophthalmic equipment and examination tools, deal with simple trouble-shooting, perform tests and investigations, and acquire the scientific and engineering knowledge and skills needed to care for and maintain equipment, train others in its safe operation and keep test records, working alongside other ophthalmic professionals.

Responsibilities of the ophthalmic technologist

●Operate ophthalmic instruments, equipment and examination tools.
●Work on diagnostic devices: visual field, optical coherence tomography, fundus camera, A and B scan and lasers.
●Prepare and operate machines used in the theatre and laser treatment room.
●Deal with simple trouble-shooting problems of equipment and machines.
●Care for and maintain equipment.
●Assist in quality assurance.
●Assist in field services.
●Calibrate instruments.
●Train and teach other ophthalmic personnel.
●Modify existing modalities.

Study plans

Years one to fourThe course tables are being added from the approved plan.