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Diploma in Optometry (DOPT)
Course Name: Diploma in Optometry
Short Name: DOPT
Duration: 2 Years
About the Course
The Diploma in Optometry (DOPT) is a 2-year diploma program designed to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical skills in eye care, vision assessment, refraction techniques, optical dispensing, ophthalmic instruments, contact lenses, low vision care, and patient management. The course combines classroom learning with clinical training to prepare students for assisting in eye care services and vision screening.
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Examination & Practical Subjects
1st Year
Subject Theory Marks Practical Marks Total Marks
Human Anatomy & Physiology 100 100 200
Ocular Anatomy & Physiology 100 100 200
Fundamentals of Optometry & Refraction 100 100 200
Ophthalmic Instruments & Optics 100 100 200
Patient Care, Infection Control & Medical Ethics 100 100 200
1st Year Total:
Theory: 500 Marks
Practical: 500 Marks
Total: 1000 Marks
2nd Year
Subject Theory Marks Practical Marks Total Marks
Clinical Optometry & Refraction 100 100 200
Contact Lens & Low Vision Care 100 100 200
Ophthalmic Dispensing & Optical Management 100 100 200
Community Eye Health & Vision Screening 100 100 200
Clinical Training & Eye Care Management 100 100 200
2nd Year Total:
Theory: 500 Marks
Practical: 500 Marks
Total: 1000 Marks
Grand Total
Theory: 1000 Marks
Practical: 1000 Marks
Overall: 2000 Marks
Career Scope
After successful completion of the course, diploma holders may work in:
Eye Hospitals
Ophthalmology Departments
Optical Stores & Vision Centres
Government & Private Hospitals
Eye Care Clinics
Community Eye Health Programmes
Optical Lens Manufacturing Companies
Healthcare Institutions
Career Opportunities
Optometry Technician
Optometry Assistant
Ophthalmic Technician
Vision Screening Technician
Optical Dispensing Technician
Refraction Assistant
Optical Store Executive
Eye Care Assistant
> Note: This autonomous diploma prepares students for technical and supportive roles in eye care. Diploma holders should work within the scope permitted by applicable laws and institutional policies. Independent clinical practice or statutory registration, where required, is subject to the applicable laws and regulations.