MOptom (Hons) Optometry Bachelor's degree at Huddersfield

Foundational knowledge of human physiology, with emphasis on the integrated function of body systems essential for maintaining homeostasis. Explores key physiological processes across major organ systems, with connections to optometry and ocular health. Introduces fundamental pharmacological principles for understanding ocular pharmacology in later studies.

Introduces fundamental clinical techniques used in examination of the eye including measuring vision, refraction, ocular health assessment and history taking. Introduces ethical principles that underpin Optometry as a healthcare profession. Professional development element encourages exploration of lifelong learning, reflective practice and continuing professional development for meeting registration requirements in Optometry.

Comprehensive introduction to the structure and function of the eye. Explores theoretical and detailed anatomy of ocular structures including the cornea, sclera, iris, lens, retina, optic nerve, vitreous, ciliary body and supporting tissues, alongside their physiological roles in vision and maintaining ocular health. Links knowledge from Human Body Systems to various aspects of the module. Emphasis on integration of ocular function within broader physiological systems, such as the nervous and va

Understand the principles of Ophthalmic lenses and frames to interpret refraction and dispense appropriate and suitable spectacles to a patient. Principles of refraction introduced with respect to single vision lenses, bifocal, and progressive powered lenses, with further analysis of lens aberrations, lens design, treatments and tinting of lenses. Frame materials, measurements, special optical appliances, paediatric and complex dispensing are covered, as well as legal aspects, quality control, a

Builds on knowledge gained from concurrent modules on Ocular Anatomy and Physiology and Human Body Systems to develop understanding of how ocular and neural structures contribute to basic functions of vision science that underlie visual perception. Studies the mechanisms of spatial, temporal and colour vision to understand how these support normal and sub-normal visual perception.

Considers the physics of light, moving from basic light as a 'ray' optical properties such as reflection and refraction, lenses, mirrors and prisms through to 'light as a wave' optics and diffraction, interference and polarisation. Provides the foundation for an understanding of visual optics and the mechanics of optical instruments and uses examples from these areas to show application of the principles on human eye.

Builds on knowledge and skills introduced in the first year of the Optometry MOptom course to enhance knowledge and understanding of the theory of optometric primary clinical practice. Enhances fundamental clinical techniques including history taking, preliminary examinations, refraction, slit-lamp, ophthalmoscopy and record keeping, and begins to integrate these techniques into a basic ophthalmic assessment routine in preparation for the third year of the course.

Develops detailed knowledge and understanding of binocular vision and paediatric optometry. Acts as theoretical base for the development of normal binocular and paediatric vision, anomalies in this area and the tests used to investigate these anomalies. Practical sessions teach the application of various tests used in the investigation of binocular vision and paediatric optometry anomalies. Provides the foundation for management strategies for binocular and paediatric anomalies.