Master of Optometry / M.Optom - Course, Fees, Eligibility, Top Colleges, Top Careers

Medicine & Allied Healthcare
Duration
img2 Years
Level
imgPG
Programme
imgMasters
Study Mode
imgFull Time

Course Description

Master of Optometry involves examining, diagnosing, treating and managing visual diseases and disorders. It’s the science of optical equipment (including lenses and spectacles) that improve human vision. A qualified Optometrist can run his own eye clinic, optical shop, lens manufacturing unit, prescribe eye tests, contact lenses, exercises, collaborate with opticians, ophthalmologists, lens manufacturers, teach optometry, assist in vision screens at schools and in industries, or provide optometric counselling to patients with partial sight and hereditary vision defects.

Eligibilty

The candidate should have completed Bachelor’s degree in Optometry or B. Sc. in Optometry with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.