SHE level 8 SCQF credit points 20 ECTS credit points 10 Module code M2B530622 Module Leader Dirk Seidel School School of Health and Life Sciences Subject Vision Sciences Trimester B (January start)
Summary of content In this module students will be introduced to the various requirements and corrections for dispensing and managing low vision patients. This will include classification and types of Low Vision and Visual impairment as well as conditions commonly associated with vision loss. Both the theory and calculations used with optical device as well as their practical use will be covered along with non-optical corrections and strategies for managing Low Vision in daily life. Lastly, students will explore task analysis and communication to provide appropriate management options as well as directing patients to local and national support for them and their families.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward Visual impairment
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward This module will follow a blended learning approach with a mixture of pre-recorded lecture content, online and face to face seminars and practical sessions. The lectures will deliver all theory related to the module and the seminars and practical sessions will support the student in assimilation and application of knowledge, practical skills development and problem solving through case scenarios and simulations. Student will also be directed to review material from the module’s indicative reading list, as well as additional material provided by module tutors. They will also engage with their own suppliers and consult optical device manufacturers catalogues to appraise the range of specialist devices available. Formative assessments will allow students to prepare for the later written summative coursework assessment. Students will also undertake independent learning throughout the delivery of the module including their work in practice. This module is designed in line with the GCU strategy 2030.
Transferrable skills arrow_forward • Social, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 22 Tutorials 0 Practicals 10 Seminars 14 Independent Learning 142 Assessment 10 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 50 35 CW1: Clinical Portfolio Course Work002 50 35 CW2: Class test – MCQ & SAQ (2Hr)
