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Program Educational Objectives

Program Educational Objectives (PEO)   PEO I: To impart knowledge in ophthalmic and systemic care

PEO II: To create professional Optometrists with a skillful understanding of ophthalmic procedures and definitive diagnoses

PEO III: To nurture professional, ethical and compassionate behavior and standards.

PEO IV: To develop empathy and understanding in graduates and create responsible professionals who address the health care needs of the community and work for its betterment

PEO V: To strengthen the communication skills and work on leadership   qualities.

Programme Outcomes & Program Specific Outcome

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO)

 

PO1: Working in the nutritional and environmental counselling domain.

PO2: Efficiency in using modern techniques and technologies for providingvision care.

PO3: Demonstrating professional and clinical competence in the practiceof
optometry.

PO4: Strengthening the critical acumen of students to work efficientlyin
inter- disciplinary and multi-disciplinary health care projects

PO5: Nurturing their skills and preparing them for the optical clinic industry&trade

Program Specific Outcome (PSO):

PSO I: Able to correct refractive error and provide spectacle prescription

PSO II: Able to fit, evaluate, prescribe and dispense contact lensesforrefractive correction and ocular conditions

PSO III: Able to assess the low vision and provide comprehensivelowvisioncare

Curriculum & Syllabus

Curriculum & Syllabus

  • Semester – I
    General Anatomy
    General Physiology
    General Biochemistry
    Geometrical Optics Nutrition Theory
    Communication and Soft Skills
  • Semester – II
    Ocular Anatomy
    Ocular Physiology
    Ocular Biochemistry
    Physical Optics
    Geometrical Optics-II
    Basic Computers & Information Science
  • Semester – III
    Basic & Ocular Microbiology
    Visual optics –I
    Optometric optics-I
    Basic and Ocular Pharmacology
    Ocular Diseases –I
    Clinical examination of visual system
    Psychology
  • Semester – IV
    Optometric optics–II & Dispensing Optics
    Visual Optics- II
    Ocular Disease- II
    Pathology
    Optometric Instruments
    Clinical Optometry
  • Semester – V
    Contact lens–I
    Low Vision care
    Geriatric Optometry
    Pediatric Optometry
    Binocular Vision- I
    Systemic Disease
    Medical Law and Ethics
  • Semester – VI
    Contact Lens–II
    Binocular Vision –II
    Public Health & Community Optometry
    Occupational Optometry
    Practice Management
    Statistics and Research Methodology
  • Semester VII & VIII
    Project
    Internship

Programme Outcomes

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (PO)

 

PO1: Working in the nutritional and environmental counselling domain.

PO2: Efficiency in using modern techniques and technologies for providingvision care.

PO3: Demonstrating professional and clinical competence in the practiceof
optometry.

PO4: Strengthening the critical acumen of students to work efficientlyin
inter- disciplinary and multi-disciplinary health care projects

PO5: Nurturing their skills and preparing them for the optical clinic industry&trade

Program Specific Outcome (PSO):

PSO I: Able to correct refractive error and provide spectacle prescription

PSO II: Able to fit, evaluate, prescribe and dispense contact lensesforrefractive correction and ocular conditions

PSO III: Able to assess the low vision and provide comprehensivelowvisioncare

Eligibility Criteria

ProgramProgram Duration (Year)EligibilityCriteria for Merit
B.Sc Optometry4 Years (8 Semesters)Pass in +2, HSC or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Botany / ZoologyMerit based on the percentage of marks secured in qualifying examination

Career Prospects

Career Prospects

  • There is a huge demand of optometrist in the country. The profession not only gives immense opportunities of employment but also gives student a chance of self-employment too. There are multiple options available to choose from depending upon career interests or ability to perform skill.
  • Independent optometric clinic with optical store.
  • Optometry practice management at eye institutions/hospitals as an optometrist
  • A rewarding career in corporate in eye care industry such as contact lenses, ophthalmic lenses etc.
  • Excellent job opportunities both in India as well as overseas.

Fee Structure

Tuition Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem)
Other Fee(per sem)Total Fee 2024 -2025 (Per Sem)
42,90028,10071,000