Orthoptics degree: Why study Orthoptics in Sheffield?
Ten reasons to study Orthoptics
- Vocational degree course
- A three year course resulting in a professional qualification
- Eligibability to apply for registration with the Health Professions Council on graduation without additional examination
- Integrated theory and clinical practice from year 1
- Wide clinical experience from hospitals throughout the United Kingdom
- Use of practical and communication skills
- Working with patients in a health care profession
- The role of the orthoptist is extremely varied, interesting and rewarding
- A career involving work as a member of a multidisciplinary eye care team
- Prospects for further research and postgraduate study in vision sciences
Ten reasons to study orthoptics in Sheffield
- Active research environment
- Approachable (friendly and enthusiastic) staff
- Strong links with Royal Hallamshire Hospital eye department
- Lecturers have wide clinical experience and are actively involved in clinical practice
- Profession specific lecturers
- Opportunity to undertake research in final year
- Excellent career prospects
- High standard and newly built accommodation in areas within walking distance to the university
- Best Students’ Union in the UK and excellent sports facilities
- Safe, friendly city with many green areas and parks

