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Bachelor of Science in Optometry Technology

Sarhad Institute of Allied Health Sciences
4 years 8 semesters 140 credit hours Maximum 8 years

Program overview

The Bachelor of Science in Optometry Technology is a four-year professional degree focused on eye care, vision testing, and the diagnosis of visual disorders. The program trains students in clinical optometry, ocular diseases, contact lens fitting, and the use of advanced diagnostic tools. Students gain hands-on experience in vision assessment and patient care under the supervision of eye care professionals. BS Optometry Technology graduates are equipped to assist optometrists and ophthalmologists in delivering quality eye care services. Career opportunities include roles as optometry technologists, vision therapists, optical lab specialists, and eye care consultants in clinics, hospitals, and optical centers.

Eligibility

  • 4 Years: Candidates with HSSC (Pre-Medical / Relevant Technology) or A-Levels with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad with at least 50% marks are eligible to apply. Candidate with Diploma from any Medical Faculty in relevant field with at least 50% marks in annual system or 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 in semester system with equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad are eligible to apply.
  • 2.5 Years: The candidates holding Associate Degree in non-relevant Allied Health disciplines with at least 50% marks in annual system or at least 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 from any recognized university/DAI will be allowed to take admission in the 2.5 years track subject to departmental approval. In such cases the candidate will attend the Bridge Semester of the same discipline and will follow the scheme of study from 5th till 8th semester.
  • 2 Years: Candidates holding Associate Degree in Relevant Technology with at least 2.00 CGPA on the scale of 4.00 from any recognized university/DAI will join from the 5th semester of their degree program. The candidate will study more credit hours than they studied in their previous university/DAI.
  • Candidates will have to appear in an entry test / interview to be conducted by any registered Testing Agency or University.

Documents required

  • Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
  • Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
  • Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
  • Bachelors DMC/Transcript and Bachelors Degree
  • Applicant CNIC / Form B
  • Father/Guardian CNIC
  • Domicile
  • 04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
  • NOC from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
  • Original Transcript from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)

Program Objectives and Program Outcomes

 

Program Learning Objectives:

The Vision Sciences department has been developed to provide access to undergraduate education in a diverse range of specialties in the field of Optometry. The students will carry out full eye examinations and gain specialist skills such as pediatric, binocular vision, contact lens and dispensing. In addition, they will examine patients with a range of eye diseases and gain experience in dispensing spectacles.

The key purpose of the program is to provide optometrists with up-to-date research-based clinical and theoretical knowledge of a wide range of fields, particularly in primary care optometry. Emphasis is placed on 'share-care' or 'co-management' of patients with other medical disciplines and the expansion of the optometrist's role in ocular therapeutics.

The program integrates clinical and theoretical knowledge, making extensive use of expert practitioners. The program enables optometrists to continue development and accumulation of knowledge and expertise relating to ocular health care and vision science during their professional careers.

Program Learning Outcomes:

At the end of the 4-year program, students should have basic knowledge and skills required to work as an optometrist and are supposed to have the following performance capabilities:

  • Able to differentiate / detect normal and abnormal eyes.
  • Able to take history of the patient with refractive errors.
  • Able to examine the anterior segment of the eyes and prescribe eye glasses.
  • Able to perform screening for refractive error.
  • Able to carry out basic optometric procedures.
  • Able to have basic knowledge about various diagnostic optometric procedures.
  • Able to educate patients regarding eye care.
  • Able to carry out basic contact lens fitting, low vision & orthotics assessment.
  • Able to initiate research in the area of optometry.

Fee Structure

Program Duration (Years)

4

No. of Semesters

8

Admission Fee (One Time)

10,000

Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee

20,000

Tuition Fee (Per Sem)

59,400

Security (Refundable)

10,000

Council Registration Fee (One Time)

1,500

Survey Camp/ Clerkship/ Clinical Fee

15,000

Sem-1 Fee

100,900

Sem-2 Fee

79,400

Sem-3 Fee

79,400

Sem-4 Fee

79,400

Sem-5 Fee

94,400

Sem-6 Fee

94,400

Sem-7 Fee

94,400

Sem-8 Fee

79,400

Total Program Fee

701,700

 

Fees are subject to university policy and may be revised. Please confirm the current payable amount with the Distance Learning Directorate or your selected center.

Scheme of study

Explore the courses included in each semester of this program.

Semester 18 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
AHS 101Human Anatomy2-1
AHS 103Human Physiology2-1
AHS 105Introduction to Medical Biochemistry1-1
GE 116Quantitative Reasoning - I (Pre-Calculus)3-0
ENG 100Functional English3-0
GH101Islamic Studies2-0
GH 102Value, Ethics and Society (For Non-Muslims)2-0
GE 115Introduction to Sociology2-0
Semester 27 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
OPT 100Introduction to Optometry Technology2-0
AHS 107First Aid & Emergency Care1-1
AHS 109Introduction to Medical Equipment & Technology 2-1
AHS 111Introduction to Allied Health Sciences - I2-0
AHS 113Patient Safety & Infection Control1-1
GE 119Quantitative Reasoning - II (Introduction to Statistics)3-0
IT 107Applications of ICT2-1
Semester 39 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
AHS 209Introduction to Allied Health Sciences - II2-0
AHS 200General Pathology2-1
AHS 221Introduction to Public Health and Epidemiology3-0
GE 110Introduction to Philosophy2-0
GE 205Civics and Community Engagement2-0
MB 200Basic Medical Microbiology2-1
GE 109Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan2-0
QT 101Understanding of Holy Quran - I (for Muslims)0-1
MR 101Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan - I (for Non-Muslims)1-0
Semester 49 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
AHS 214General Pharmacology2-1
ENG 116Expository Writing3-0
AHS 217Healthcare Systems & Policies2-0
AHS 213Healthcare Marketing & Management2-0
AHS 219Introduction to Nursing Practice2-1
GE 307Entrepreneurship2-0
GH 103Pakistan Studies2-0
QT 300Understanding of Holy Quran - II (for Muslims)0-1
MR 300Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan - II (for Non-Muslims)1-0
Semester 57 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
OPT 201Anatomy of the Eye2-1
OPT 203Physiology of the Eye2-1
OPT 200Clinical Refraction & Instrument Optics2-0
OPT 202Basic Clinical Skills & Basic Community Ophthalmology2-0
OPT 207Geometrical and Physical Optics2-1
OPT 208Skills for Adv. Visual Function Assessment1-1
OPT 211Supervised Clinical Practice – I3-0
Semester 67 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
HT 334Introduction to Otolaryngology (ENT)2-1
OPT 216Ocular Pharmacology2-1
OPT 218Basic Ocular Diseases1-1
OPT 304Physiological Visual Optics1-1
OPT 220Ophthalmic Nursing1-1
SR325General Surgery2-1
OPT222Supervised Clinical Practice – II3-0
Semester 77 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
OPT 313Dispensing Optics3-0
OPT 414Contact Lens & Advanced Contact Lens2-0
OPT 317Low Vision2-0
OPT 308Orthoptics2-0
OPT 302Advanced Ocular Diseases2-0
RES 312Scientific Writing & Research Methods3-0
OPT 416Supervised Clinical Practice – III3-0
Semester 86 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
OPT 418Vision Sciences & Clinical Optics2-0
OPT 405Pediatric Optometry2-0
OPT 412Neuro Ophthalmology2-0
AI 323Artificial Intelligence in Health Care3-0
OPT 421Supervised Clinical Practice - IV3-0
RES 485Capstone Project0-3
Bridge9 courses
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
OPT 100Introduction to Optometry Technology2-0
AHS 107First Aid & Emergency Care1-1
AHS 109Introduction to Medical Equipment & Technology2-1
AHS 113Patient Safety & Infection Control1-1
AHS 221Introduction to Public Health & Epidemiology3-0
MB 200Basic Medical Microbiology2-1
AHS 219Introduction to Nursing Practice2-1
QT 101Understanding of Holy Quran - I0-1
MR 101Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan - I (for Non-Muslims)1-0
Summer1 course
Course codeCourse titleCredit hours
SI 450Supervised Internship0-3

Centers offering this program

Current availability based on active center records.

9 centers
D.I.Khan · Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Apex Institute of Medical Sciences DI Khan (City Campus)

Bannu Road, Main Sheikh Yousaf Chowk, D.I.Khan

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Bhattian · Punjab

AS College Pindi Bhattian

Near Alamdar Chok Main Lahore Sargodha Road Pindi Bhaittian

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Lahore · Punjab

Professional College of Technical & Advance Sciences Manga Mandi Lahore

Opp. Manga Police Station Manga Mandi, Lahore.

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Multan · Punjab

Laeeque Rafique Institute of Health Sciences, Multan (Main Campus)

19 Km, Bahawalpur Road, Multan.

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Multan · Punjab

Midland College of Health Sciences, Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Awan Chowk, Head Muhammad Road, Multan

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Multan · Punjab

Physio College, Multan (Provisionally Enlisted)

Kayanpur Chowk, Old Shudhad, Multan

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Sambrial · Punjab

Aspire College, Sambrial (Provisionally Enlisted)

1-Nishat Garden, Wazirabad Road, Sambrial.

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