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Master of Optometry

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2-Year Postgraduate Degree Program | Affiliated to Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, Surat

The Master of Optometry (M.Optom.) at Hari Jyot College of Optometry is a two-year postgraduate program for optometry graduates who wish to advance their clinical, academic and research expertise. The program builds specialized skills through advanced coursework, research work, and intensive clinical practice at Rotary Eye Institute, Navsari — a NABH (Entry Level) accredited, ISO 9001:2015 certified eye hospital.

Why Pursue M.Optom at HJCO?

  • Advanced clinical exposure across specialty clinics — Cataract, Glaucoma, Retina, Cornea, Squint, Contact Lens, Low Vision and Vision Therapy
  • Training on state-of-the-art instruments: OCT, Fundus Camera, Automated Perimetry, UBM, B-scan & A-scan, Photographic Slit Lamp
  • Access to international journal resources from the American Academy of Optometry (AAO), Optometric Visual Development & Rehabilitation (OVDRA), and College of Syntonic Optometry, USA (CSO)
  • IACLE (International Association of Contact Lens Educators, Australia) Resource Centre
  • Guest faculty seminars, national & international conferences, hands-on workshops and continuing education programs
  • Experienced faculty and research guidance

Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidate must have passed Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom.) on regular mode from a recognised university.
  • Candidate must be a registered member of the National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP) at the time of the postgraduate entrance.
  • A medical fitness certificate is mandatory, endorsed by a Government medical officer.
  • Reservation policy for admission shall be as per State/Central Government norms.

Course Duration

2 Years (Full Time)

Intake- 15 Seats (M.optom)

Admission Procedure

As per NCAHP norms, admission to M.Optom. is on the basis of an entrance examination conducted by the respective University.

For admission enquiries:

  • Call / WhatsApp: +91 70164 97652
  • Email: admin@hjco.in

Fee Structure

For the latest fee and admission details, please contact the institute directly:

  • Call / WhatsApp: +91 70164 97652
  • Email: admin@hjco.in

Career Pathways After M.Optom.

  • Specialist clinical practice (Contact Lens, Low Vision, Binocular Vision, Vision Therapy)
  • Teaching and academia at optometry colleges and universities
  • Research and development in vision science and ophthalmic technology
  • Leadership roles in hospitals, eye care chains and the optical industry
  • Ph.D. in Optometry and Fellowship in Optometry

Subject Code

Name of Subject

Description
M 101 Applied Optics Clinical, Visual & Dispensing Optics
M 102 Basic Sciences Ocular Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology
M 103 Clinical Sciences Eye checkup procedure, special investigations, Instruments
M 104 Specialty Subject Choose from list ? Documentation of 100 classified Cases
M 105 Support Subject Examinations will not be conducted

 

Specialty Subject

  

Support subjects
1 Contact Lenses 1 Research Methodologies & Statistics
2 Binocular Vision & Ocular motility 2 Education and teaching
3 Low Vision and management 3 Management ? Personal & Business

Subject Code

Name of Subject

Description
M 201 Optics & Contact Lenses Specialty fittings and advanced contact lenses
M 202 Clinical management in Orthoptics Vision Therapy in Binocular Vision disorders
M 203 Dispensing Optics & Low Vision Practical application of Dispensing & Low Vision
M 204 Professional Optometry Computers, Practice management, Professional ethics
M 205 Dissertation Thesis  

  • He / She must be an Indian.
  • He / She must be medically fit.
  • The candidate must have completed the recognized B. Optometry or equivalent course (B. Sc Optometry) with one year internship.
  • A candidate who is currently engaged in PG M. Optometry studies in any University or any other University or equivalent body is not eligible.
  • A candidate who is graduate of University other than Veer Narmad South Gujarat University should have to submit provisional eligibility certificate (PEC) from this Veer Narmad South Gujarat University within on month from the date of his/her admission. Failing which the admission of candidate shall be cancelled and will not be eligible to apply in future.
  • A candidate has to appear in Entarance exam for admission to Post Graduate M. Optometry courses held by University and admission to PG course will be given as per merit by Veer Narmad South Gujarat University.

Teaching scheme

  • This is a Two years course which involves course work, assignments, patient care in clinics and research through dissertation projects. Educative seminars, hand-on training session, update workshops and special lectures will be conducted from time to time by the school of Optometry.
  • Special lecture will be conducted by post graduate teaching faculty during the training program while the students are posted in clinics and hospitals. Guest faculty from other Institutes and Ophthalmic Industry will also be invited to conduct lectures in topics of their specialty areas. Ophthalmic surgeons as medical doctors will be accepted as post graduate teachers till such a time M. Optom. And more qualified teachers are available. For clinical training, all facilities available at our Institute.

Project work and Practical training

  • Students admitted to the M.Optom, course will have to be involved in teaching under graduate students for lectures, demonstration and hands on practical sessions.
  • Students will have to attend all the special lectures arranged by the college of optometry. Thesis will be compulsory for all PG students. They have to submit initial protocol to the college within Two months after starting the second year.

  • At the time of counseling, you are required to produce the following documents in original, failure to do so will result in instantaneous cancellation of claim for admission. You are also required to submit two photo copies of each of these documents.
  • Degree certificate (B.optom or Equivalent)
  • Mark list for final year examination
  • Birth Certificate.
  • If the candidate is employed, submit “NO OBJECTION CERTIFICATE” from the employer.
  • Self declaration stating that he/she is not undergoing any post graduate course in any other institution.
  • Medical fitness certificate.
  • Migration certificate of university. (If other then VNSGU)
  • Transfer certificate.
  • Six Photograph copies.

Frequently Asked Questions

M.Optom is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree program.

B.Optom passed on regular mode from a recognised university, NCAHP registration at the time of PG entrance, and a medical fitness certificate endorsed by a Government medical officer. Admission is through a University entrance examination.

Yes. As per NCAHP norms, candidates who have passed M.Optom with 55% marks are eligible for Ph.D. admission through entrance exams conducted by the respective University.

At Rotary Eye Institute (Smt. L. M. Shah Bilimorawala Eye Hospital), Navsari — a NABH-accredited eye hospital with specialty clinics and advanced diagnostic equipment.