B.Sc Optometry is a 4-year undergraduate degree (3 years academic study + 1 year internship) focused on eye care, vision testing, and correction of visual problems. Optometrists are primary eye care professionals who examine eyes, prescribe glasses/contact lenses, detect eye diseases, and assist ophthalmologists.
Total Duration: 4 Years
3 Years Classroom + Clinical Training
1 Year Mandatory Internship
10+2 (Science stream) with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics
Minimum 45–50% marks (varies by college)
Some colleges may conduct entrance exams
Human Anatomy & Physiology
Ocular Anatomy
Optics & Refraction
Contact Lens
Ophthalmic Instruments
Visual Optics
Ocular Diseases
Binocular Vision
Low Vision Aids
Pharmacology
Students work in:
Eye Hospitals
Optical Clinics
Vision Care Centers
Assisting Ophthalmologists
After B.Sc Optometry, you can work as:
Optometrist
Clinical Optometrist
Contact Lens Specialist
Refractionist
Low Vision Specialist
Optical Store Manager
Hospital Eye Technician
You can work in:
Government Hospitals
Private Eye Hospitals
Optical Companies
NGOs
Start your own optical clinic
Fresher: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per month
2–5 Years Experience: ₹30,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Own Clinic: Income depends on patients and location
M.Sc Optometry
MBA in Hospital Management
Fellowship in Contact Lens / Low Vision
Research & Teaching
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