Course Overview
The B.Sc. in Ophthalmic Technology is a specialized undergraduate program designed to train students in diagnosing and treating eye diseases and conditions, including mastering the use of advanced ophthalmic equipment. Students gain theoretical and practical knowledge in ophthalmology, ocular anatomy, refraction, and other related areas, preparing them for careers in eye care clinics, hospitals, and optical centers. This course offers a combination of medical and technical expertise, essential in addressing eye-related health challenges.
Course Duration:
3 years (6 semesters) + 1 year internship (optional, depending on the institution)
Average Fees:
₹50,000 – ₹2,50,000 per year, depending on the institution and location.
Exams to Attend:
Admission is typically through merit-based selection (based on 12th-grade marks) or entrance exams conducted by specific institutions.
Common entrance exams include:
NEET (for some medical institutions)
AIIMS Paramedical Entrance Exam
JIPMER Entrance Test
Institution-specific exams (e.g., Manipal University Entrance Exam, CMC Vellore Exam)
Syllabus:
The curriculum is structured across 6 semesters, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on clinical and lab experience.
Semester 1:
Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry
General Pathology and Microbiology
Ocular Anatomy and Physiology
Basics of Optics and Refraction
Semester 2:
Pharmacology related to Ophthalmology
Visual Optics
Ophthalmic Instruments and Procedures
Ophthalmic Pathology
Practical Training in Refraction and Optometry
Semester 3:
Clinical Ophthalmology I (Cornea, Conjunctiva, and Sclera)
Basic Orthoptics and Squint
Common Eye Disorders and Diagnosis
Introduction to Community Eye Health
Ophthalmic Surgery: Pre-operative and Post-operative Care
Semester 4:
Clinical Ophthalmology II (Retina, Uvea, Lens)
Visual Psychophysics and Clinical Refraction
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Ocular Pharmacology
Practical Training in Clinical Ophthalmology
Semester 5:
Advanced Ophthalmic Procedures
Surgical Instruments and Techniques
Low Vision Aids and Rehabilitation
Research Methodology and Biostatistics
Ophthalmic Lasers and Refractive Surgery
Semester 6:
Advanced Clinical Practices
Internship and Clinical Training (in some cases)
Seminar and Project Work
Management of Ophthalmic Clinics
Entrepreneurship and Industry Practices in Ophthalmology
Top 10 Ranking Institutions in India (Combined Rankings):
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore
Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal
JIPMER, Puducherry
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Cochin
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, Chennai
Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune
Shri Guru Ram Rai Institute of Medical and Health Sciences, Dehradun
Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for B.Sc. in Ophthalmic Technology:
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Thiruvananthapuram
Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute, Thrissur
MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna
Azeezia Medical College, Kollam
Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences, Thiruvalla
Travancore Medical College, Kollam
Malabar Medical College and Research Centre, Kozhikode
Little Flower Institute of Medical Science & Research, Angamaly