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B.Optom | Allied Healthcare Sciences

Bachelor of
Optometry

Training the Frontline Experts of Vision Care. A comprehensive 5-year programme designed to develop skilled optometry professionals in vision assessment, clinical diagnostics and optical technology for diverse healthcare settings.

5-Year Programme 10+2 with Science Clinical Hospital Exposure Internship Included Industry-Oriented Curriculum
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5 Years Programme Duration
8+ Clinical Training Areas
Advanced Ophthalmic Technology Exposure
Multiple Career Tracks Available

The Bachelor of Optometry at Apollo Healthcare Academy is a five-year undergraduate programme that shapes the next generation of vision care professionals. The programme has been developed to meet the clinical and workforce requirements of the industry while providing students with the best opportunity to assess, diagnose and manage disorders of the visual system within various environments encountered in healthcare.

The curriculum combines vision science with advanced clinical diagnostics and optical technologies, and therefore, equips the learners with the special skills needed in refraction, fitting of contact lenses, low-vision care, binocular care, ocular disease management and more. Also, specific attention is given to mastering the technical skills in managing advanced ophthalmic equipment and the accuracy in every part of the process of the assessment of vision.

In addition to the clinical excellence preparations, the programme encourages lifelong personal and professional growth. Designed by a team of highly experienced optometry educators and eye-care professionals, the Bachelor of Optometry programme forms an academic journey that trains aspiring individuals who want a career based on accuracy, caring and life-long learning in the healthcare field.

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WHY B.Optom

Programme Highlights

At Apollo Healthcare Academy, the Bachelor of Optometry programme is designed to blend academic knowledge with practical clinical training. Here is what makes this programme a transformative experience for aspiring eye-care professionals.

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Cutting-edge Curriculum

Advanced Diagnostics

Hands-on training with structured clinical rotations across multiple medical specialties.

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Hospital Rotations

Clinical Readiness

Master technical skills in managing advanced ophthalmic equipment with high accuracy through specialized training.

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Hands-on Training

Workforce-Aligned

Programme developed to meet clinical industry requirements, ensuring graduates are prepared for diverse healthcare environments.

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Professional Growth

An academic journey fostering lifelong personal development, accuracy, caring, and clinical excellence in eye-care.

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Programme Objective
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

Programme Objective

To establish a solid understanding of the concepts of optometry, visual science, ocular anatomy and optics.
To provide both technical and clinical skill competency associated with the complete eye examinations, vision assessments and optical dispensing
To offer experiential training to students about the diagnosis and management of refractive errors, ocular conditions and low vision management.
To cultivate professional ethics, critical thinking and communication skills in patient-centred environments, specifically eye care
To prepare students to appropriately act in clinical situations using modern tools and ophthalmic technology.
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CORE CURRICULUM

COURSE STRUCTURE

The Bachelor of Optometry curriculum is structured over five years to provide comprehensive knowledge of vision science, clinical diagnostics and ophthalmic practice, culminating in a full-year clinical internship.

Year 1

Foundational Learning

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General Anatomy General Physiology General Biochemistry Physical Optics Mathematics & Geometrical Optics – I General Pharmacology General Pathology Ocular Anatomy Ocular Physiology Ocular Biochemistry Geometrical Optics – II
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Year 2

Clinical Exposure

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General and Ocular Microbiology Ocular Pharmacology Visual Optics – I Optometric Optics Ocular Disease – I Optometric Instruments Clinical Examination of Visual System Visual Perception and Psychophysics Visual Optics – II Ocular Disease – II
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Year 3

Advanced Specialisation

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Systemic Disease Dispensing Optics Geriatric Optometry Paediatric Optometry Diagnostics and Therapeutics of Anterior Segment Diseases Contact Lens – I Low Vision Care and Rehabilitation Binocular Vision – I Diagnostics and Therapeutics of Posterior Segment Diseases
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Year 4

Internship & Hospital Residency

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Contact Lens – II Binocular Vision – II Public Health & Epidemiology Occupational Optometry Practice Management Clinical Specializations
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Year 5

Clinical Internship

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Contact Lens – II Binocular Vision – II Public Health & Epidemiology Occupational Optometry Practice Management Clinical Specializations
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ADMISSION INFORMATION

Programme Admission, Fees & Scholarships

Everything you need to know about eligibility, admission pathways, programme fees, and scholarship opportunities for the Bachelor of Optometry programme.

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • tick Applicants must have completed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as required subjects and a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognised board.
  • tick Students with a PCM background who take Biology as a supplementary course are also eligible.
  • tick Must have passed class 12th with at least 45% (40% for reserved category students) marks with Biology, Physics and Chemistry and attain 17 Years as on 31st December of the calendar year.
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TUITION FEE

₹2.5 LAKH

PER ANNUM

The tuition fee for the Bachelor of Optometry programme is 2.5 lakh per annum.

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SCHOLARSHIP (BASED ON COMPOSITE SCORE)

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COMPOSITE SCORE

95 and above

25%

Tuition Fee Waiver

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COMPOSITE SCORE

90 - 94.99

15%

Tuition Fee Waiver

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COMPOSITE SCORE

85 - 89.99

10%

Tuition Fee Waiver

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  • tick Scholarships will be allocated in descending order of Composite Score until the scholarship allocation (10% of intake) is filled.
  • tick Meeting the score criteria does not guarantee award of scholarship if the allocated scholarship capacity has been reached.
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CAREER OUTLOOK

Build a Rewarding Career in optometry

Graduates may explore international careers through higher education pathways, certification-based migration routes, and global healthcare recruitment programmes.

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growing DEMAND FOR ot pROFESSIONALS

As awareness regarding eye health and preventive vision care continues to increase, the demand for qualified optometry professionals is growing significantly across healthcare systems.

  • Increasing prevalence of refractive errors and lifestyle-related eye disorders
  • Expansion of eye hospitals, optical chains, and ophthalmic care centres
  • Rising demand for paediatric and geriatric eye-care services
  • Advancements in ophthalmic diagnostics and optical technologies
  • Growing focus on preventive vision screening and rehabilitation care
  • Increased need for skilled optometry professionals across urban and rural healthcare sectors

Continue your education

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Your Career after B.OPTEM

Graduates are positioned across high-demand roles in India’s rapidly evolving eye-care and vision healthcare sector.

CAREER TRACK PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Optometrist Eye Hospitals & Vision Care Centres Vision assessment, refraction, and patient eye-care management
Clinical Optometrist Multi-speciality Hospitals Eye examinations, ocular diagnostics, and patient counselling
Contact Lens Specialist Optical & Ophthalmic Clinics Contact lens fitting and vision correction support
Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialist Rehabilitation Centres Supporting visually impaired patients through rehabilitation strategies
Paediatric Optometrist Child Eye Care Centres Vision assessment and management of paediatric eye conditions
Ophthalmic Diagnostic Associate Ophthalmology Departments Operating ophthalmic diagnostic equipment and assisting eye specialists
Vision Care Consultant Optical Retail Chains & Wellness Centres Optical dispensing, patient consultation, and vision care services
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ENTRY LEVEL

Junior
Optometrist

0–2 Years

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MID LEVEL

Senior Clinical
Optometrist

3–5 Years

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ADVANCED

Vision Care Specialist
Ophthalmic Consultant

5–8 Years

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LEADERSHIP

Head of Optometry Services
Clinical Vision Care Manager

8+ Years

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about eligibility, admission pathways, programme fees, and scholarship opportunities for the Bachelor of Optometry (B.OPTOM) programme.

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Disclaimer:

Programme structure, curriculum, and clinical exposure components may be updated periodically in line with academic and industry requirements. Internship opportunities are subject to institutional and healthcare partner availability. Career progression depends on individual performance, experience, certifications, and market conditions. International opportunities may require additional examinations, licensing, or country-specific certifications. Placement support does not guarantee employment. Images and testimonials are for illustrative and informational purposes.

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