GCU Vision Sciences @GCUVisSci
Alongside its vibrant research culture, Vision Sciences @ GCU offers highly rated degree programmes in Optometry, Dispensing Optics and Orthoptics. caledonianblogs.net/visionsciences/ Glasgow, UK Joined August 2012-
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Yoohoo Scottish optoms! Are you still missing CPD points this year? Tune in on Monday 28th October for a packed info & tips webinar about dementia-friendly eyecare! @GCUVisSci students can vouch that I've lots of handy tips to share 😉 Please RT! Register: learn.nes.nhs.scot/78603/optometr…
ICYMI: We were delighted to welcome @GraemeDeyMSP and @jenni_minto to campus last week to mark the launch of the UK's first integrated optometry and independent prescribing MOptom (IP) qualification. @scotgovhealth @ScotGovEdu @GCUSHLS @GCUVisSci gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/unive…
Orthoptics is a challenging and varied career. @CaledonianNews offers the only degree course in Orthoptics in Scotland: gcu.ac.uk/study/courses/…
Orthoptics is a challenging and varied career. @CaledonianNews offers the only degree course in Orthoptics in Scotland: gcu.ac.uk/study/courses/…
Higher Education Minister @GraemeDeyMSP and Public Health Minister @jenni_minto met students on the new integrated Master’s degree course in optometry and independent prescribing at @CaledonianNews during a visit to the university's Vision Centre. ➡️ow.ly/kMe050Tv9RO
Mr Dey said “It’s exciting to see Scotland is ahead of the game when it comes to upskilling our optometry workforce... Graduates .. will play an important role in establishing a wider range of community-based ophthalmic care. Patients will be able to be treated closer to home"
Mr Dey said “It’s exciting to see Scotland is ahead of the game when it comes to upskilling our optometry workforce... Graduates .. will play an important role in establishing a wider range of community-based ophthalmic care. Patients will be able to be treated closer to home"
Public Health Minister @jenni_minto and Higher Education Minister @GraemeDeyMSP met students on @CaledonianNews's new integrated optometry and independent prescribing Master’s degree. More info here: bit.ly/NewOptometrist…
This week is #NationalEyeHealthWeek! Raise awareness of the importance of regular eye exams and the benefits of NHS-funded eye examinations in Scotland🥳#EyeHealth
We welcomed 35 new Orthoptic students today @GCUVisSci @BIOS_Orthoptics It's going to be an exciting 4 years ahead for our graduates of 2028!
Glasgow Caledonian has been named the UK’s Modern University of the Year in the Daily Mail University Guide 2025 👏 Read more on our website: gcu.ac.uk/aboutgcu/unive…
Our colleague, Prof Niall Strang discussing longitudinal retinal imaging data to improve ocular health. SCONe. @GCUVisSci @GCUReach @SULSAtweets @dfg_public
GCU Vision Sciences is recruiting a full-time lecturer in Vision Sciences. This is a teaching intensive role. Further details can be found here: myjobscotland.gov.uk/.../lecturer-v…... Please email Professor Gunter Loffler ([email protected]) for an informal conversation about the role.
Glasgow Caledonian is the first university approved by the General Optical Council to offer an integrated optometry and independent prescribing qualification. @GCUSHLS @GCUVisSci @OptometryToday aop.org.uk/ot/life-in-pra…
Excellent student presentations this week at The BIOS conference. Well done Logan Anderson @GCU_Orthoptics @GCUVisSci
Thank you @kaypictures for your continued support @GCU_Orthoptics @GCUVisSci Emily is coming in for her photograph and prize next week.
We've learned something new today... @GreggsOfficial did you know your pastries are actually accessible?
SCONe invites optometrists to take part in their survey to help understand the challenges you face in practice and how AI and Clinical Decision Support tools can be tailored to support you in diagnosing and managing eye conditions more efficiently. edinburghinformatics.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bK…
Graduation 2024! Celebration of hard work and success for all students and staff @GCUVisSci @GCU_Orthoptics
Dementia friendly eye care with @MPOrthoptics @GCUVisSci @GCUSHLS @GCU_Orthoptics
📰 Many parents and carers have never heard of myopia, yet one in five children in the UK suffer from the eye condition, writes Dr Mhairi Day, senior lecturer in Vision Science at Glasgow Caledonian University. Full story on @heraldscotland: 📲 heraldscotland.com/opinion/242249…

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