Master of Optometry Course at SGT University Gurgaon, Gurugram Syllabus & Subjects Semester Wise

"Discover the comprehensive syllabus of the Master of Optometry program, covering subjects like ocular diagnostics, contact lenses, and vision therapy."

Syllabus Master of Optometry Course

The Master of Optometry program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and clinical skills in the field of optometry. This syllabus outlines the key subjects and areas of study that students will engage with during their course of study. The program aims to produce highly skilled optometrists who can contribute effectively to eye care, vision science, and vision research.

Semester	Course Title	Course Description
Semester 1	Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye	Study of the structure and function of the eye and its parts.
	Optometric Principles and Practice	Introduction to the field of optometry and clinical techniques.
	Visual Optics	Principles of optics, refraction, and lenses.
	Ocular Diseases and Pathology	Common eye diseases and their diagnosis and management.
Semester 2	Clinical Optometry	Hands-on clinical training in eye examinations and tests.
	Binocular Vision	Study of how both eyes work together and vision therapy.
	Contact Lens Fitting	Fitting, prescribing, and managing contact lenses.
	Low Vision Rehabilitation	Methods to help patients with low vision lead a better life.
Semester 3	Pediatric Optometry	Pediatric eye care, visual development, and assessment.
	Geriatric Optometry	Eye care for the elderly and age-related eye diseases.
	Research Methodology	Research techniques and methods in optometry.
	Elective Course 1	Specialized topic or area of interest within optometry.
Semester 4	Orthoptics and Vision Therapy	Orthoptic exercises and vision therapy techniques.
	Practice Management	Running an optometry clinic, ethics, and legal aspects.
	Elective Course 2	Another elective course related to optometry.
	Research Project	Independent research project under faculty guidance.
Semester 5	Clinical Internship	Extended clinical training and practice.
	Public Health Optometry	Community eye care, vision screening, and outreach programs.
	Elective Course 3	Final elective course in the chosen area of interest.
	Thesis Writing and Presentation	Completion of the research project and presentation.