Master of Optometry (M.Optom)

Program Objectives:

  • To make the student a competent eye care professional who will be part of the eye care team and actively participate in the co-management of eye disorders along with Ophthalmologists
  • To assist the student in acquiring in-depth knowledge in various sub specialities of Optometry
  • To introduce new and more precise techniques into the investigation and correction of vision related problems in patients
  • To take up India centric research in specialised fields of vision care like community eye care, Occupational Optometry, sports vision, paediatric and geriatric eye disorders
Master of Hospital Administration

Highlights of the Programme

  • Expert faculty who are renowned professionals in the field of Ophthalmology / Optometry
  • State-of-the-art clinics / labs
  • Focus on Clinical Teaching/Training
  • Intensive Hands-on Learning
  • Access to world class library
  • Attending CME / Grand rounds
  • Reading assignments, Case report writing, Journal reading
  • Submitting papers of publishable quality
  • Conferences/ Seminars / Workshops
  • Interactive Journal Club led by expert faculty

Course Details

Eligibility: Undergraduate degree in Optometry from any recognised University

Duration: 2 years full time(Semester Pattern)

Course Commencement: 1st week of July

Mode of Selection: Written test, Skill based evaluation, Personal Interview

Application Process: Application form can be obtained in person or downloaded from the website. Duly completed form can be submitted along with processing fee of Rs. 1,500/- by online transfer / DD in favour of “Medical Research Foundation” payable at Chennai

No. of Seats: 15 per batch

Affiliation: The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai

Curriculum

Career Scope

  • Eye hospitals in public and private sector
  • Medical / Eye Research Institutes
  • Academic Institutions
  • Hospital Administration
  • Optical Instruments / Retail industry
  • Can pursue a career as an Entrepreneur / Freelancer

Important Dates

Admissions Open from: 1st week of April
Last date for submission of Application: 15th May
Entrance Test: last week of May (intimated through e-mail) Selected candidates will be intimated through e-mail