Work with advanced tools like autorefractors, keratometers and slit lamps in fully equipped optometry labs designed for clinical readiness.
Participate in hospital-based training, vision screening camps and eye OPDs to build real-world patient interaction and diagnostic skills.
Preparation for ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications during the course of the program.
Covers core subjects like ocular anatomy, optics and visual disorders, blending classroom learning with clinical exposure to prepare students for varied roles in eye care.
| Year | Key Subjects |
|---|---|
| 1 | General Anatomy, General Physiology, General Biochemistry, Physical Optics, Mathematics & Geometrical Optics - I, General Pharmacology, General Pathology, Ocular and related neuroanatomy, Ocular and related neurophysiology, Ocular Biochemistry, Geometrical Optics - II |
| 2 | General and Ocular Microbiology, Ocular Pharmacology, Visual optics – I, Optometric optics, Ocular Disease – I, Optometric Instruments, Clinical examination of visual system, Visual perception and psychophysics, Visual Optics - II, Ocular Disease – II |
| 3 | Systemic Disease, Dispensing Optics, Geriatric Optometry, Paediatric Optometry, Diagnostics and therapeutics of Anterior Segment diseases, Contact lens – I, Low Vision care and Rehabilitation, Binocular Vision - I, Diagnostics and therapeutics of Posterior segment diseases |
| 4 | Contact Lens – II, Binocular Vision – II, Public Health & Epidemiology, Occupational optometry, Practice Management |
| 5 | Internship |
Critical Care Medicine, Ventilator Management
Trauma Care, Emergency Response Systems
Ventilator Management, Respiratory Therapy
ICU Protocols, Patient Monitoring, Clinical Skills
Cardiac Monitoring, ECMO Technology, Hemodynamics
Nutritional Support, Metabolic Management
| Key Sectors | Roles | Avg. Starting Salary (LPA) |
|---|---|---|
| Optometry Researcher | Eye Research Centres, Academic Institutions | ₹4–6.5 |
| Orthoptics Specialist | Eye Hospitals, Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinics | ₹3.5–5.5 |
| Ocular Prosthetics Specialist | Specialised Eye Care Centres, Rehabilitation Units | ₹4–6 |
| Sports Vision Consultant | Sports Clinics, Athlete Health Centres | ₹4–6 |
| Paediatric Optometrist | Children's Eye Hospitals, Paediatric Clinics | ₹3.5-5.5 |
"I'm A. Rohith Kumar currently studying at The Apollo University. I enjoyed being a student at TAU. The teachers here are quite hard-working and helpful. Here, I found the best faculty I have ever had in my life. I feel so lucky to have such amazing teachers. I'm thankful to them for guiding me and inspiring me to achieve my goals. "
A. Rohith Kumar"I am C. Monica. A student of Apollo University, which was started by Dr Pratap Chandra Reddy. It is a great honour to me as I am a part of The Apollo University. Each and every individual in this university is also privileged to work here. The faculty helps every student improve their academics along with their communication skills, logical thinking, etc."
Ceekala Monica"I am Bindu Sree currently pursuing my graduation at The Apollo University. This college encourages Individuality and creativity. The faculty is excellent and rich in their subject knowledge. They not only focus on the curriculum but also enhance our imnate wisdom. It was my immense fortune to be part of The Apollo University."
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