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Bahasa Melayu Bachelor of Optometry (Hons)
Course ID : (R2/0914/6/0008)(11/27)(MQA/A11255)
Campus: SEGi University
Levels of Study: Bachelor Degree
Course Overview
SEGi University’s Bachelor of Optometry (Hons) stands out with its blend of expert academic and clinical instruction, boasting a 100% employability rate for its graduates. The programme is a testament to SEGi’s commitment to excellence, as evidenced by the accreditation from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
Students benefit from an experienced faculty, including Biomedical Scientists, Medical Practitioners, and Ophthalmic Surgeons, ensuring a comprehensive educational journey. The integration of ‘Industry into Classroom’ experiences means coursework and projects are directly influenced by real-world demands, with mentorship from both lecturers and industry practitioners.
The course spans essential basic sciences, clinical studies, and advanced optometric care, with hands-on training in internal clinics and prestigious external sites like Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara. This hands-on training, coupled with the opportunity to learn alongside students from over 90 nationalities, provides a rich, globally-informed educational experience.
Career opportunities for graduates are extensive, including professional private practice, retail, hospital eye departments, and roles within multinational optical companies, ensuring a dynamic and fulfilling professional future.
Entry requirements
SPM 5 credits including 2 Science subjects
(for applicants with Foundation or Matriculation in Science)
STPM (Science) with minimum CGPA of 2.50; OR
UEC (minimum B5 in 3 Science subjects, B6 in other 2 other subjects and must
have passed SPM); OR
3Ds in A-Level (Science); OR
Foundation/Pre-University (Science) with CGPA of 2.5 or above; OR
Any equivalent Pre-U qualifications (Science) OR
Bachelor Degree in Health or Pure or Applied Sciences
(CGPA of 2.75 or above)
Diploma in Opticianry or Optical Dispensing (CGPA of 2.75 or above)
Diploma in any Science based discipline (CGPA of 2.75 or above)
Programme structure and modules
Year 1
Theoretical Optics
Human Body
Biological Foundations
Philosophy and Current Issues
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 / Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
Bahasa Kebangsaan A / Effective Listening
Optometric Optics
Human Vision System
Clinical Optometry I
Agents & Mechanisms of Disease
Integrative Seminar I
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Year 2
Dispensing Optics I
Processes of Vision
Clinical Optometry II
Business Ethics
Entrepreneurship
Dispensing Optics II
Applied Vision Science
Binocular Vision Function
Further Investigative Techniques I
Disorders of Binocular Vision/Paediatrics I
Contact Lenses I
Ocular Drugs in Optometry I
Integrative Seminar II
Co-curriculum: Sustainability Thinking
Year 3
Optical Dispensing Workshop I
Psychology for Optometry
Introductory Clinical Further Investigative Techniques II
Low Vision
Disorders of Binocular Vision/Paediatrics II
Contact Lenses II
Ocular Disease for Optometry I
Ocular Drugs in Optometry II
Principles of Refractive Care
Optical Dispensing Workshop II
Occupational and Public Health Optometry
Routine Care Clinic I
Further Ocular Care
Clinical Low Vision
Clinical Contact Lenses
Clinical Binocular Vision/Paediatrics
Ocular Disease for Optometry II
Essential General Medicine
Industrial Placement I
Year 4
Optical Dispensing Practice I
Practice Issues
Routine Care Clinic II
Case Analysis I
Binocular Vision & Paediatrics Clinic I
Contact Lens Clinic I
Low Vision Clinic I
Further Care Clinic I
Research I
Industrial Placement II
Optical Dispensing Practice II
Routine Care Clinic III
Case Analysis II
Binocular Vision & Paediatrics Clinic II
Contact Lens Clinic II
Low Vision Clinic II
Further Care Clinic II
Research II
Financial Aid / Funding
Career opportunities
As graduates, you can pursue your career in the following areas: professional private optometric practice (solo or group), retail optical practices ophthalmology clinics, hospital eye departments, and multi national optical companies.
Information on Accreditation
Intakes & Orientation Dates
Intakes
14/5/2025 30/9/2025
Orientation Dates
13/5/2025 29/9/2025
Learn from the Best
SEGi’s Optometry programme stands out for its experienced academic and clinical staff, supported by excellent labs and facilities. Students benefit from adjunct lecturers, including experts in various medical fields. They also gain hands-on training at our SEGi EyeCare clinic and external placements at private practices and surgery centres.
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