Dr. Robert Harper

Professor

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Biography

Robert Harper is an Honorary Professor in Optometry at the University of Manchester and a Consultant Optometrist at Manchester Royal Eye Hospital. He is also a Visiting Professor at the School of Health Sciences, City University London. His primary research interests lie in general optometry, focusing on low vision, glaucoma, care pathways, and the evaluation of diagnostic tests. Among his recent projects, he has been involved in the Enhanced Scheme Evaluation Project funded by the College of Optometrists, as well as a NIHR project on community monitoring for age-related macular degeneration and virtual clinics for glaucoma. Harper has made significant contributions to the field through various collaborative projects and has supervised several postgraduate students successfully. Additionally, he holds a Life Fellowship with the College of Optometrists, awarded for his competitive achievements in optometry research.

Research Interests

Experience

Honorary Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

University of Manchester • Manchester, UK

Conducting research and teaching in the field of Optometry.

Consultant Optometrist

— Present

Manchester Royal Eye Hospital • Manchester, UK

Providing specialized optometry services and collaborating on clinical research.

Awards

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Life Fellowship

2015-01-01

Requirements for University of Manchester

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science subject Strong background in mathematics and physics
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • CV/Resume
  • English language proficiency certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes MSc in Advanced Electrical Power Systems and MSc in Communications and Signal Processing.