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Bachelor of Optometry (Hons)

SEGi University

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Program overview

The Bachelor of Optometry (Hons) Program at SEGi University Malaysia utilizes adjunct lecturers who are experts in various fields, including Biomedical Science, Medicine, Ophthalmic Surgery, and Optometry. Students receive clinical training at both on-campus clinics and external sites, such as private Optometric practices, Refractive Surgery Centres, private Ophthalmologic clinics, and SEGi EyeCare located at Thomson Hospital. This diverse range of training environments enhances students' practical skills and exposes them to different aspects of dental practice.

Entry Requirements

  • SPM 5 credits including 3 Science subjects AND
  • STPM (Science) with minimum CGPA of 2.50

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, equivalent , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

  • Professional private optometric practice (solo or group).
  • Retail optical practices ophthalmology clinics.
  • Hospital eye departments.

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Essential Basic Sciences
  • Mathematical Techniques
  • Biomedical Sciences for Optometry I & II
  • Human Biology
  • Ocular Biology
  • Geometrical & Physical Optics
  • Clinical Studies I
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi II
  • Effective Listening

Year 2

  • Biomedical Sciences for Optometry III
  • Ocular Optics I & II
  • Visual Science I & II
  • Clinical Studies II
  • Speciality Clinical Studies I
  • Optometric Use of Drugs I
  • Business Ethics
  • Co-Curriculum: Sustainability Thinking

Year 3

  • Foundations of Ocular Disease
  • Speciality Clinical Studies II
  • Basic Clinical Practice
  • Optometric Use of Drugs II
  • Behavioural Science in Vision Care
  • Ophthalmic Dispensing Workshop I & II
  • Ocular Disease in Primary Care
  • Care of Functional Visual Disorders
  • General Clinic I
  • Speciality Clinics A & B
  • Occupational & Environmental Optometry
  • Industrial Placement I
  • Entrepreneurship

Year 4

  • General Medicine in Optometry
  • Public Health & Community Optometry
  • Professional Issues in Optometry
  • General Clinic II & III
  • Contact Lens Clinic I & II
  • Binocular Vision/Paediatric Clinic I & II
  • Advanced Ophthalmic Care Clinic I & II
  • Low Vision Clinic I & II
  • Optometric Case Studies I & II
  • Project/Dissertation I & II
  • Industrial Placement II

Available scholarships

  • International Student Discount

    Up to 20% coverage

    The student must maintain the required CGPA every semester to get the discount Also, this dsiocunt is apply for all programs except: Nursing, Dentistry, MBBS, Optometry, ODL

  • International Student Discount

    Up to 30% coverage

    The student must maintain the required CGPA every semester to get the discount Also, this dsiocunt is apply for all programs except: Nursing, Dentistry, MBBS, Optometry, ODL

  • International Student Discount

    Up to 50% coverage

    The student must maintain the required CGPA every semester to get the discount Also, this dsiocunt is apply for all programs except: Nursing, Dentistry, MBBS, Optometry, ODL

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

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