| Discipline |
Medical/Medicine
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| Program Level |
Post Graduate (PG)
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| Qualification |
Master of Optometry M.Optom.
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| Total Seats |
60
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| Program Duration(in Months) |
24
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| Classroom Hours |
2520
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| Examination/Course Pattern |
semester
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| Program Description |
The Master of Science in Optometry (M.Sc. Optometry) is a postgraduate program designed to provide advanced knowledge and clinical skills in the field of vision care and eye health. The course emphasizes the diagnosis, management, and treatment of visual disorders, with a focus on both theoretical learning and hands-on clinical training.
Students will gain expertise in areas such as:
Advanced contact lens fitting
Low vision rehabilitation
Binocular vision and orthoptics
Ocular diseases and pharmacology
Vision therapy
Research methodology in optometry
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| Admission & entry requirements |
To be eligible for admission into the M.Sc. Optometry program, a candidate must:
Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Optometry (B.Sc. Optometry or B.Optom) from a recognized university or institution.
Have secured a minimum aggregate of 50% (may vary slightly by institution).
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