The Programme

• Course Content

  This short course comprises three 20 credit modules:

  • Ophthalmology Health Care 1 (NRS3001) -  Semester 1
  • Ophthalmology Health Care 2 (NRS3005) - Semester 2
  • Ophthalmology Care Management (NRS3012) -  Semester 2

  
  Using an approach that focuses both on the eye as a whole and its specific parts, the modules will help the student to develop knowledge and understanding of the normal structure and function of the eye, pathophysiology, social, psychological and ethical issues, as well as to acquire the related clinical practice skills.

• Outcomes

  This short course in ophthalmology will provide healthcare professionals with the opportunity to develop not only the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become a competent practitioner, but also foster a spirit of enquiry that enables them to stay at the leading edge of this rapidly expanding care speciality. Research and advances in technology have impacted very positively not only on knowledge and understanding of the vast range of conditions affecting the ocular system, but also on the type and range of treatment options available.

  The Short Courses in Health Studies aim to prepare you to meet the changes and challenges of health care delivery within the health service and independent sector. Modules within each Short Course are practice focused, thus helping you acquire enhanced knowledge and clinical skills appropriate to your area of practice.  In addition, you will be provided with the opportunity to advance health care knowledge and develop analytical and academic skills.

• Delivery

  Spring (SPR) teaching commences w/c Monday, 13 January 2025 (Week 18) and finishes w/c 31 March 2025 unless otherwise advised.

  Venue for first class listed below - thereafter, students should check the Weekly Planner facility on QSIS for remaining venues.

  First Semester	Friday	10am-1pm / 2-5pm	Wk 1 (20/9/24) - 01/414 Medical Biology Centre
  Second Semester	Friday	10am-1pm / 2-5pm	Wk 18 (17/1/25) – 02/005 Medical Biology Centre

• Selection Criteria

  Applicants must hold at least a Diploma in Higher Education or 120 CAT points at level 2 (diploma level) for entry to Level 3 (degree level) study. Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements should contact the School for advice.

  International Trained Nurses/Midwives: If you hold an international qualification you will need to provide a UK ENIC Statement of Comparability. This should be obtained prior to submitting your application. You can apply for a statement through the ENIC website:  Statement of Comparability (enic.org.uk)    

  Please note: Students accessing these Short courses must work in the relevant clinical area.

  Please note that these courses are not open to international applicants living outside the UK/ROI.