Expectations of an optometry career

Entering her third year studying optometry at Aston University, Aisha Rahman says her view of the optometric profession had already been influenced by her tutors.

She says: ‘Progressing into research is not what the majority of optometry graduates do, but it has definitely opened my eyes to alternative career paths. During the summer of 2016 I, alongside two fellow undergraduates, completed two research projects and by the time of publication, will also have presented one at the Student Summit at CooperVision’s European headquarters.

‘We are in the midst of an exciting period of change in our profession. During my summer placement with Specsavers, the enhanced optical services came into action, providing further opportunities for career progression.