Undergraduate Pathway: Optometry, Medical and Life Science
This undergraduate pathway will provide students with the necessary skills to begin studying at level 4 in courses related to Optometry, Medical Science, and Life Sciences.
Students will be introduced to the core skills necessary to succeed in higher education, including thinking critically, researching and referencing appropriately, demonstrating appropriate numeracy and ICT skills, and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
In addition to these fundamental study skills, Students will be given an introduction to the various scientific disciplines underpinning the life sciences. Fundamental mathematical skills will be covered in order to support students’ other subjects and give them confidence in manipulating data.
Students will be introduced to molecular and cellular biology, and how these fields are applied to real-world investigations. Students will also study the biology of micro and macro-organisms, with reference to both human and animal structures.
Students will be introduced to the core concepts of chemistry, with a particular focus on organic chemistry, and will also be given a grounding in the core principles of physics, applied to live organisms.
Campus Information
Cambridge
Cambridge attracts those who desire both the experience of the old and the excitement of the new. It's beautiful gothic architecture, main attractions within walking distance, rich history, lush botanic gardens and the tranquil River Cam make it one of the UK’s most visited cities. With it's large student population, Cambridge offers far more than just scenery.
Chelmsford
Having been awarded city status in 2012, Chelmsford has everything that is expected of a 21st Century city, set within a modern environment full of charm and character. Just a 35 minute train ride away from London, Chelmsford is a lively, vibrant city in the historical county of Essex.
Intakes
- Jan
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Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
As a student at ARU, we'll help you take practical steps to follow your chosen career path, secure jobs, and work experience, or start a business. We'll also support you in developing key skills for tomorrow's workplace.
Our Employability Service offers career advice and organizes events including CV surgeries and company visits.
We work with employers to make sure you graduate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities they need. They help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through work-based projects, internships, or placements.
If you've got a brilliant business idea, you can develop and test it through our virtual support hub. There's also the chance to win start-up funding in our annual Big Pitch competition There're loads of opportunities to gain experience through our thriving student volunteering scheme.
Our Employment Bureau can help you find part-time work that fits around your studies (and boosts your CV).
And finally, you can learn a new language as part of our Anglia Language Programme – available to all ARU students.
PSW Opportunity
- No Post Study Work Visa
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Successful completion of School Leaving Certificate SLC/Upper Secondary School Certificate (3 years) with a minimum average of Division I
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Under Graduate Diploma or Certificate
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
13300 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A
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