B.Sc. Optometry : Under Graduation : Four Years

B.Sc. Optometry is a three year graduate course, Few colleges and universities have one year internship that teaches subjects like visual optometry, Physiology of eye structure, Visual aids, and the use and handling of optometry machines. The students can pursue a range of jobs after completing B.Sc. Optometry and work in clinics, hospitals, eye care centres, etc. The scope of Optometry as a profession is increasing in India as vision-related problems, including refractory issues such as Myopia, are increasing in the country. Myopia prevalence in India is on an increasing trend both among children and adults. As per studies, 1 out of 6 children aged between 5 – 15 years has Myopia. To counter and deal effectively with this. This India will need more trained Ophthalmologists, Optometrists and Opticians. Earlier Optometry was limited to fitting eyeglasses, whereas today, optometrists also examine and help diagnose eye diseases. In addition to glasses, the Optometrist provides corrective devices such as contact lenses and devices to support the low vision.

Eligibility Criteria : +2/Intermediate with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects.

Please check few institutions listed below offers B.Sc. Optometry Course.