B.Sc. Optometry
Medical & Health · Sciences · Typically 4 years, including the prescribed internship. Independently researched course information — no rankings, no sponsored placements.
What this course is, and who it is for.
Overview
VerifiedAn allied health degree in eye care, covering vision assessment, optical dispensing and primary eye-care practice.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Stream
- Medical & Health · Sciences
- Discipline
- Allied Health Sciences
- Duration
- Typically 4 years, including the prescribed internship
- Mode
- On-campus
- Entry stage
- After Class 12
- Typical outcome
- Prepares students for optometry practice, subject to registration as an allied healthcare professional.
Eligibility, subjects, skills and pathways.
Who should choose this course
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Eligibility
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Duration
VerifiedTypically 4 years, including the prescribed internship
As prescribed by National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP).
Subjects
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Skills developed
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Career opportunities
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Higher education options
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Typical salary range
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What you need before you apply.
Entry requirements
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology, and the minimum marks prescribed by the regulator.
- Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
Set by National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP). Minimum marks and relaxations differ by category, state and institution.
Qualifying exams
- University or state entrance test
Admission is decided by the institution's or state's own entrance process.
Where this information comes from.
Official source
Optometry is listed as a recognised allied and healthcare profession under the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions Act, which governs its education standards and registration.
Important notes
- Course structures, eligibility and selection processes are revised by institutions and regulators each academic year.
- Always confirm current details with the official regulator or the institution before deciding.