Bachelor in Ophthalmic Technology / Optometry

B.Sc.OPT

School of Allied Health Sciences

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  • Duration

    3 Years + 1 Year Internship

  • Eligibility

    10+2 in PCB with min. 50% Marks (As per Rajasthan State Allied and Healthcare Council)

  • Selection Procedure

    Merit + PI

Pedagogy

  • Student-Centered Learning

    Focus on the needs, interests, and learning styles of students. Encourage active participation and critical thinking rather than relying solely on teacher-directed instruction.

  • Constructive Approach

    Promote learning by allowing students to construct their own understanding and knowledge through experience and exploration.

  • Collaborative Learning

    Encourage teamwork and group activities where students can learn from each other. This fosters communication, problem-solving skills, and diverse perspectives.

  • Formative Assessment

    Use regular, low-stakes assessments to gauge student understanding and progress that identifies areas that need improvement and to adapt teaching strategies accordingly.

  • ICT based Teaching

    Utilize digital tools and resources to enhance learning. This can include multimedia presentations, videos, animation, etc.

  • Experiential Learning

    Provide hands-on, real-world experiences through projects, field trips, or simulations to make learning more relevant and engaging.

Program Outcomes

Comprehensive Eye Examination

Demonstrate the ability to perform comprehensive eye examinations, including visual acuity tests.

Optical Prescription and Dispensing

Accurately determine and provide optical prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses

Diagnosis and Management of Ocular Diseases

Identify and manage common ocular conditions

Advanced Diagnostic Techniques

Operate and interpret results from advanced diagnostic tools for the assessment of eye health.

Contact Lens Fitting and Aftercare

Demonstrate expertise in fitting, instructing, and providing follow-up care for contact lens patients.

Low Vision Rehabilitation

Assess patients with low vision and provide appropriate rehabilitation strategies to enhance quality of life.

Vision Therapy and Rehabilitation

Develop and implement personalized vision therapy programs for patients with binocular vision disorders.

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Career Paths

Senior Optometrist

JNU

Contact Lens Specialist

JNU

Low Vision Specialist

JNU

Corporate Optometrist

JNU

Research Optometrist

Curriculum

Curriculum Structure B.Sc. Optometry

Program Structure B.Sc. Ophthalmic Technology 4 Year Program)

Course Title Course Category
Course Category Course Title
Core Human anatomy & physiology
Core Ocular anatomy, pathology, microbiology
Core Ocular physiology & including binocular reflexes and its maintenance
Core Optics
Practical Anatomy & Physiology
Practical Ocular Pathology & Microbiology
Practical Orthoptics
Practical Lens grinding & Fitting
Core Pharmacology and pharmacy
Core Refraction (including Prescription, Making & Fitting of glasses)
Core Investigative Ophthalmology
Core Ophthalmic instruments and appliances
Practical Pharmacology and pharmacy
Practical Refraction (including Prescription, Making & Fitting of glasses)
Practical Special investigations (including orthoptics)
Practical Appliances
Core Clinical & advanced optics &orthoptics
Core Clinical refraction and contact lenses
Core Community ophthalmology &. Eye bank& eye camps
Core Investigations in clinical ophthalmology & management of ot
Practical Refraction
Practical Orthoptics & pleoptics
Practical Community work
Practical Assistance in Clinical Ophthalmology & OT
Practical 1 year Internship

Tuition Fee

78,000

Note *Lab & Library fee will be charged separately
#Program Proposed from Session 2024-25

Scholarship

As per University norms

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Frequently Asked Questions

Typically, students must have completed 10+2 (or equivalent) in the science stream with subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.

The program usually lasts three years, followed by a one-year internship or clinical training, making it a total of four years.

The course covers subjects like Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye, Ocular Diseases, Optometric Instruments, Visual Optics, Clinical Optometry, and Contact Lens Fitting.

Graduates can work as optometrists, vision consultants, optometry researchers, or in roles at hospitals, eye clinics, optical stores, and lens manufacturing companies.

Yes, practical training is crucial in Optometry programs. Students gain clinical experience through lab work, internships, and working with patients under supervision.

Yes the course in approved by Rajasthan State Allied and Healthcare Council.

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