New Taught Masters Degree Programmes MPhil/PhD Programme FRCOphth Part 1 Revision Course 2009
New Taught Masters Courses
The Institute of Ophthalmology is launching two brand new Masters degree programmes to commence in August and September 2009.
MSc Biology of Vision: A full-time one year programme, this will be suitable for students with either a science, biomedical or medical degree who wish to enhance their knowledge and expertise in basic ocular cell biology, genetics, visual neuroscience and immunology, and to specialise in the eye as an integrated biological system. The programme will be excellent preparation for those wishing to embark on a career in vision research.
MSc Biology of Vision Brochure
Link to programme website
Closing date for applications: 31 July 2009
MSc Clinical Ophthalmology: Part-time only over two years or flexibly over three to five years. This programme will be suitable for doctors in ophthalmic training posts, Ophthalmologists in Trust grade positions and qualified and experienced Optometrists and Orthoptists. Topics will include basic ophthalmology, ocular diseases and disorders, surgery of the eye and retinal function and imaging.
MSc Clinical Ophthalmology Brochure
Link to programme website
Closing date for applications: 31 July 2009
Both programmes will draw upon the extensive basic and clinical research experience available at the Institute and at Moorfield’s Eye Hospital.
Registration is now open - for further details on how to apply and application forms, please click here.
If you would like to be kept informed of the latest developments and news updates via email, please contact msc.ioo@ucl.ac.uk to indicate your interest.
MPhil/PhD Programme:
The Institute of Ophthalmology is a vibrant and stimulating learning environment in which to carry out postgraduate research. Postgraduate students are supervised by internationally renowned experts in their field with access to state-of-the-art laboratories. In addition, our close contacts with clinicians in Moorfield’s Eye Hospital allows for rapid translation of basic research to address clinically relevant eye diseases and disorders.
Specific details of the research conducted by our scientific teams can be found here.
Postgraduate students at the Institute are fully integrated into university life at UCL and will benefit, academically and personally, from the services and facilities of the university’s Graduate School, plus accessing social and sporting facilities through the UCL Union.
Details of research council and charity funded PhD positions can be found here.
The Institute also participates in the UCL 4 year PhD scheme, funded via the Medical Research Council - click here for further details.
In addition, we are currently running a PhD programme dedicated to Clinical Ophthalmology - click here for further information.
If you are interested in a self-funded studentship, please contact the Education Administrator: anne-marie.preston@ucl.ac.uk
Intensive 4 Day Revision Course in Basic Sciences for FRCOphth Part 1 and ICO exams
This 4-day intensive revision course covers the major topics examined for the Royal College of Ophthalmologists’ FRCOphth Part I Fellowship and International Council of Ophthalmology’s Basic Science assessments. The course also includes theoretical optics & refraction, plus advice on exam techniques, taught by experts in the field (UCL Institute of Ophthalmology, Moorfields Eye Hospital & other departments).
Course:
• Biology of the cell
• Nervous system and vision
• Immunology
• Pharmacology
• Optics and Theortical refraction
• Anatomy of the head and neck
• General physiology
• Microbiology
• General principles of pathology
Course fee: £550
Discounted rates are available for overseas participants from developing countries
Price includes refreshments, lunches, plus course materials.
Course Director: Dr. Virginia Calder
Please click here for an application
Application forms and further information can be obtained from:
Anne-Marie Preston
UCL Institute of Ophthalmology
11-43 Bath Street
London EC1V 9EL
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7608 6968
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7608 6954
Email: anne-marie.preston@ucl.ac.uk