OVERVIEW

• Develop an understanding of the domain.
• Increase analytical skills to evaluate clinical cases and be able to review suitable treatment plans. 

• Increase the understanding of the method of accessing the optical anomalies. 
• Help students practice referral skills and share patient care.
• Make students capable enough to render therapeutic communication and counseling effectively.
• A graduate in Bachelor of Optometry course is expected to serve as a primary eye care practitioner and contribute to the success of this industry. 

A 4 (3+1) years full time professional undergraduate course, under the aegis of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT).

Passed/ appeared/ due-to-appear in 2025 at Higher Secondary Examination in the General or Vocational Stream under the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education or its equivalent examination from a recognised Board. 

• Be able to develop skills to provide comprehensive eye examinations.
•  To acquire knowledge on ocular structures, its functions and pathological changes.
•  To carry out ophthalmic investigations. 
• To impart knowledge with regard to common eye diseases. 
• To impart knowledge on treatment modalities from the perspective of counselling. 
• To acquire knowledge about the referral guidelines for ocular and systemic conditions. 
• Be able to correct refractive error and provide spectacle prescription.
• Be able to fit, evaluate, prescribe and dispense contact lenses for refractive correction and other ocular conditions.
• Be able to assess the low vision and provide comprehensive low vision care. 

• Private practice (Can start his/her own optical and dispensing unit)
• Corporate sector-Ophthalmic industries and companies (As lens consultant)
• Eye care hospitals and optical outlets (As an optometrist)
• Education sector (As an academician)
• Public health worker (As an optometrist)
• Scientific research (As a researcher in vision science areas)

After taking a Bachelor degree, student can opt for M.Optom, M.Phil, and follow it up with a Ph.D. India and Abroad.

The B. Optometry program goes beyond just academics. You will have the opportunity to participate in:

• Guest lectures by industry experts
• Eye Screening Camps 
• Workshops and seminars
• Mentorship programs