FAQ

Why choose Bachelor of Science in Optometry ?

Optometry is the primary eye care profession dedicated for care of the most treasured of human senses – Vision. It is a dynamic health care profession which provides a wide range of interesting, rewarding and challenging career opportunities. The profession provides an intellectually stimulating career with a humanitarian role in today’s society.

What is the career prospect for Optometrists ?

The scope for optometrists in Malaysia and abroad is great and unlimited, Optometrists work in private, multi-disciplinary medical practices, hospital, teaching institutions (university, research positions, community health center and the ophthalmic industry.

What is the advantages of studying in THONEH and Institute of Ophthalmology (NIO) ?

1. NIO is the Academic arm The Tun Hussein Onn National Eye Hospital (THONEH)
2. Course approved by The Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), and The Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) reference #PA 7179
3. International recognized qualification
4. The syllabus for the Bachelor of Science in Optometry (B.S.Optometry) is in accordance with the curriculum offered by Elite School of Optometry, in collaboration with Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani, India
5. Hospital-based training provides students with in-house clinical facilities
6. State-of-the-art academic facilities
7. Fully equipped resource centre
8. Quality teaching methods
9. Flexible payment plans
10. Lecturers & Professors from The National Institute of Ophthalmology
11. Consultant Ophthalmologists and Optometrists from The Tun Hussein Onn National Eye Hospital
12. Visiting Lecturers and Professors