Orthoptics, BSc (Hons)

Orthoptics is a specialised field within eye care, where professionals primarily operate in the NHS, including acute hospital and community settings. Their core responsibilities involve treating amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (squint), particularly in children, while also managing conditions such as brain injury, diabetes, stroke, low vision, and glaucoma. Orthoptists collaborate closely with ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other specialists like maxillofacial surgeons and neurologists, contributing to multidisciplinary teams.For those passionate about healthcare and working with people, especially children, orthoptics offers a rewarding career path. The four-year programme provides a multidisciplinary learning experience alongside other healthcare students. Upon completion, graduates can register with the Health and Care Professions Council and join the British and Irish Orthoptic Society, ensuring professional accreditation and recognition.