B.Sc. in Optometry Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Optometry Technology is a 3 to 4-year undergraduate course that focuses on eye care, vision assessment, and optical instruments. This course trains students in diagnosing, managing, and treating eye-related disorders and equips them with skills in eye testing, lens prescription, contact lens fitting, and ocular disease management.
Students gain practical experience through internships in hospitals, eye clinics, and optical industries. The course includes subjects like Ocular Anatomy & Physiology, Optometric Instruments, Visual Optics, Contact Lenses, and Low Vision Aids.
Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
Must have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board.
Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) or Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as core subjects.
Minimum aggregate score of 50% (may vary by university/college).
Entrance Exams :
Some universities conduct entrance exams (like AIIMS Entrance Exam, CUET, JIPMER, etc.), while others offer admission based on merit.