Orthoptics I (OPHT0069)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Brain Sciences
Teaching department: Institute of Ophthalmology
Credit value: 30

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module covers core topics to develop a comprehensive understanding of visual perception and optics. It will also introduce and develop the students鈥� knowledge of the principles underlying theoretical and clinical Orthoptics. The module will cover:

Anatomy and physiology of the eye, visual pathway, brain and brainstem.
Principles of visual function and basic qualitative and quantitative testing methods.
Fundamentals, and applications, of visual optics.
Aetiology, effect and correction of refractive error
Principles of binocular single vision and normal visual development
Basic knowledge, assessment and documentation of case history and full range of tests for the assessment of binocular single vision
Classifications, assessment, investigation and management of heterophoria
Introduction to accommodation, convergence and associated anomalies.
Personal and professional skills.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 60% In-class activity

40% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 15
Module leader: Ms Gillian Johnson
Who to contact for more information: ioo.pgt@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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