Optometry (Hons) UCSI University

Overview

Optometry (Hons) students will be familiarised with every aspect of ocular health including preventive care, visual therapy and rehabilitation leading to the ability to diagnose and manage a full range of eye diseases in addition to helping patients with special needs such as low vision and other visual problems. By the end of their studies at UCSI University, they will be well prepared to deliver world-class eye care for their patients.

Optometrists are needed by government and private hospitals, community health clinics, manufacturers of ophthalmic products, and as a practitioner in a private practice and chain store. The rising number of vision impairment cases in Malaysia, highlighted as cause for concern by the Ministry of Health, precedes a demand for vision care services that will continue to expand in the coming years. Upon completion of this programme, Malaysian students may register with Malaysian Optical Council.

Careers

• Chain of franchised superstores (Retail Optical Stores)
• Independent Private Practice
• Partnership or Group Practice
• Community Health Centres
• Home Maintenance Organisations (HMOs)
• Hospitals (Private and Public)
• Manufacturers of Ophthalmic Products
• Insurance Companies and Industrial Safety Programmes (Consultants)
• Academia
• Research
• World Health Organisation and other related organisations