The Fellowship Directory lists 36 ophthalmology fellowships in United Kingdom at 18 institutions. The main training cities are London, Manchester and Bristol. 53% say they accept international medical graduates and 81% describe a visa route. The most common length is 12 months. Every listing links to the programme's official page, where you should confirm dates and requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How many ophthalmology fellowships are there in United Kingdom?
36 listings at 18 institutions are listed, each researched from official sources.
Can international medical graduates apply?
19 of the 36 programmes say they accept international applicants, and 29 describe a visa route such as J-1, H-1B or a work permit. Requirements differ by programme; eligibility and visa information do not guarantee acceptance or sponsorship.
When are the next application deadlines?
Clinical Fellow in Vitreoretinal Surgery (NHS Jobs advert) (St Paul's Eye Unit, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust): 8 October 2026; Glaucoma Surgical Trials Fellow (NHS Jobs advert) (Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust): 8 October 2026; Clinical Fellow in Glaucoma (NHS Jobs advert) (King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust): 9 October 2026.