Overview
The M.Optom introduces advanced optometry techniques for vision investigation and correction. Students gain in-depth knowledge across optometry specialities and complete a supervised research project.
Learning follows a regular semester pattern with hands-on practical training in labs, refraction clinics, journal club, seminars, blended learning and a research project.
Eligibility
- B.Sc Optometry degree (4-year, full-time) from a recognised university
- No age limit for admission
Scope
The profession of optometry throws open interesting possibilities:
- Independent practice or practice with other eye care professionals
- Research and development
- PhD in India and abroad
- Trainer in eyewear companies
- Lecturer in optometry colleges
- Clinical advisor in optometry instrumentation companies
- Public health and occupational optometry
- Vision rehabilitation and optometric counselling
Course outline
Affiliated to The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. Regular semester pattern with hands-on practical training in labs, refraction clinics, seminars, group discussions and demonstrations.
1st Semester
- Applied Ocular Biology
- Advanced Ocular Diagnostics & Management
- Research Methodology and Biostatistics
- Intellectual Property Rights
- Research Project-1
- Digital Pedagogy and Learning Management
- General Clinics-1
- Specialty Optometry Clinics-1
- Community Outreach-1
2nd Semester
- Specialized Clinical Optometry: Contact Lens-1
- Specialized Clinical Optometry: Low Vision Care
- Elective 1
- Research Project-2
- General Clinics-2
- Specialty Optometry Clinics-2
- Community Outreach-2
3rd Semester
- Specialized Clinical Optometry: Contact Lens-2
- Specialized Clinical Optometry: Binocular Vision
- Specialized Clinical Optometry: Rehabilitation
- Elective 2
- Scientific Communication
- Research Project-3
- General Clinics-3
- Specialty Optometry Clinics-3
- Community Outreach-3
4th Semester
- Specialized Clinical Optometry: Vision Therapy and Neuro Optometry
- Elective 3
- Research Project-4
- General Clinics-4
- Specialty Optometry Clinics-4
- Community Outreach-4
