Ophthalmology I (OPHT0070)

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 will cover basic principles and foundations of various types of ophthalmic imaging as well as further exploration of anatomy and physiology with particular focus on intraocular anatomy. This module will provide a foundation in Ophthalmic diagnostics and as such will be particularly useful in preparing for future extended role practice and ophthalmic common clinical competency framework (OCCCF) qualification.

The module will anatomy and physiology of relevant external and intraocular structures including:

Development of the eye
External/adnexal anatomy of the eye
Anterior segment
Posterior Segment
Fundamentals of OCT
Fundamentals of VF
Electrodiagnostics

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: Dr Aditi Das
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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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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