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We offer a range of programmes in ophthalmology, optometry and orthoptics for nurses, allied health professionals, undergraduates, optometrists, orthoptists and doctors.

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Ranked #1

in the world for Opthalmology.

CWUR Rankings by Subject (2017)

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Why study at the Institute of Ophthalmology?

  • The UCL Institute of Ophthalmology is ranked the best place in the world to study ophthalmology (CWUR Rankings by Subject 2017).
     
  • UCL is named University of the Year by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.
     
  • In biomedical and health sciences, UCL is 1st in Europe for papers in the top 5% of their field by citation rate (2015-2018, CWTS Leiden Ranking 2020).
     
  • UCL hosts more UKRI Future Leader Fellowships than any other UK university, with three academics at the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology receiving the prestigious fellowships over the last three years.
     
  • Our longstanding partnership with Moorfields Eye Hospital represents the largest co-located site for eye research, education and care in the world.
     
  • As a student you will have access to innovative facilities, connection to a growing network of peers, and support from highly experienced and professional tutors.

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