BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Optometry. Core topics include Research Methods. The course covers ophthalmic dispensing and contact lens practice, with modules addressing complex dispensing scenarios such as multifocal and paediatric cases. The two-year programme uses blended learning with online delivery and on-campus blocks, and successful completion may allow transfer to the Optometry programme subject to meeting requirements.
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Entry requirements
All Applicants must be employed within an optical practice and have a suitable supervisor (practice-based educator) GCSE English, Science, Maths and two other GCSEs at a minimum grade C or grade 4 or (standard pass) equivalent + 1 year Optical work experience Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Optical Retail Skills + 1 year Optical work experience + 5 GCSEs as above SMCTech qualification + 5 GCSEs as above Candidates will require a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (DBS)
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 83%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 46%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 125 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 81%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 6%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 55%
- A degree: 10%
- Other qualifications: 35%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the General Optical Council (GOC).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to ophthalmic dispensing and optometric practice
- Introduction to contact lenses and specialist dispensing
- Further Ophthalmic Dispensing and Contact Lenses
- Advanced ophthalmic dispensing and ocular abnormalities
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £23,000 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,500 and £33,000. The £28,000 median after five years is £8,000 less than the UK median for Ophthalmics.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing at University of Lancashire?
83% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing at University of Lancashire?
The average entrant had 94 UCAS points.
Is BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing at University of Lancashire accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the General Optical Council (GOC).
How many students continue on BSc Ophthalmic Dispensing at University of Lancashire?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.