BS Optometry & Vision Sciences

Program Overview

Credit Hours

136

Duration

4 Years

Semesters

8

Attendance

Full-time

The BS Optometry & Vision Sciences program at Superior University trains students in ocular anatomy and physiology, optics, clinical refraction, contact lens fitting, binocular vision, paediatric and geriatric optometry, anterior and posterior segment examination, ocular pharmacology, and low vision rehabilitation. An equipped optometry clinic with ophthalmic diagnostic instruments supports clinical training, with placements at CMATRH and partner ophthalmic hospitals.
The patient-centred curriculum covers the full scope of optometric practice — from spectacle prescriptions and contact lens fittings to glaucoma screening, macular assessment, and community eye health. The 3U1M model ensures one full year of clinical market practice before graduation.

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PROGRAM ACCREDITATIONS

HEC Compliant Curriculum

HEC Compliant Curriculum

The primary regulatory body for higher education in Pakistan.

HEC works alongside the Pharmacy Council of Pakistan (PCP) to ensure institutes maintain high academic standards

Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)

Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC)

National Regulatory Body

Regulates allied health sciences education and professional practice, ensuring competency and standardization in healthcare support professions.

Why Choose BS Optometry & Vision Sciences at Superior University?
Equipped Optometry Clinic

Equipped Optometry Clinic

Phoropter, auto-refractometer, slit lamp, tonometer, fundus camera, OCT, and visual field analyser.

CMATRH & Ophthalmic Hospital Placements

CMATRH & Ophthalmic Hospital Placements

Clinical rotations across hospital and community ophthalmic settings.

Full Scope Curriculum

Full Scope Curriculum

Refraction to glaucoma, contact lenses to low vision, paediatric to geriatric.

Six Specialization Tracks

Six Specialization Tracks

From Contact Lens Practice to Community Eye Health.

Entrepreneurship Pathway

Entrepreneurship Pathway

Training in establishing independent optometry practice.

3U1M Employability Guarantee

3U1M Employability Guarantee

One full year in clinical optometry practice before graduation.

Low Vision Management

Low Vision Management

Pediatric Eye Care

Pediatric Eye Care

Myopic Management

Myopic Management

Key Skills You Will Learn
Patient Examination & Eye Assessment

Patient Examination & Eye Assessment

Refraction & Contact Lenses

Refraction & Contact Lenses

Ocular Disease Detection & Management

Ocular Disease Detection & Management

Low Vision Rehabilitation

Low Vision Rehabilitation

Optical Dispensing

Optical Dispensing

Vision Therapy & Binocular Vision

Vision Therapy & Binocular Vision

Community Optometry & Eye Health

Community Optometry & Eye Health

Ocular Anatomy, Physiology, Optics & Pharmacology

Ocular Anatomy, Physiology, Optics & Pharmacology

Career Outcomes

Optometrist

Contact Lens Specialist

Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialist

Ophthalmic Technician

National/ International Partners

LRBT Hospital
Muhammadi Eye Trust
Al Mustafa Eye Trust
Al Ehsan Eye Trust
CBM International
Sightsavers International
Shared vision for eradication of blindness from Pakistan (with eye logo)
The Fred Hollows Foundation
Brien Holden Vision Institute Australia

Clinical tools you will master

Refraction & Vision Correction Diagnostics


  • Phoropter & Auto-Refractometer
    Phoropter & Auto-Refractometer
  • Retinoscope
    Retinoscope
  • Keratometer
    Keratometer
  • Lensometer
    Lensometer

Glaucoma & Field Defect Screening


  • Tonometer (Glaucoma Screening)
    Tonometer (Glaucoma Screening)
  • Visual Field Analyser
    Visual Field Analyser

Ocular Health & Anterior/Posterior Segment Examination


  • Slit Lamp Biomicroscope
    Slit Lamp Biomicroscope
  • Fundus Camera & OCT
    Fundus Camera & OCT

Contact Lenses & Optical Dispensing


  • Contact Lens Fitting Sets
    Contact Lens Fitting Sets
  • Dispensing Equipment
    Dispensing Equipment

Specialized Binocular & Rehabilitative Care


  • Low Vision Aids
    Low Vision Aids
  • Vision Therapy Tools
    Vision Therapy Tools

Admissions & Eligibility

Domestic Applicants

F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks

International Applicants

F.Sc (Pre-Medical) or equivalent with minimum 45% marks

⚠️ Important

Always refer to the Admissions Office for the current criteria, deadlines and documentation.

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Program Roadmap

Explore courses roadmap in BS Optometry & Vision Sciences
CourseCredit Hours
GENERAL ANATOMY (Theory)2
GENERAL ANATOMY (Lab)1
GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY (Theory)2
GENERAL PHYSIOLOGY (Lab)1
BIOCHEMISTRY (Theory)2
BIOCHEMISTRY (Lab)1
ISLAMIC STUDIES/ETHICS2
OCULAR ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (Theory)2
OCULAR ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY (Lab)1
LEADING WITH CHARACTER3
UNDERSTANDING OF THE HOLY QURAN / FEHM-E-QURAN I1
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
APPLICATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (Theory)2
APPLICATION OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (Lab)1
ETHICAL PRACTICE IN OPTOMETRY2
GENERAL PATHOLOGY (Theory)2
GENERAL PATHOLOGY (Lab)1
IDEOLOGY AND CONSTITUITION OF PAKISTAN2
NEURO ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY (Theory)2
Neuro Anatomy & Physiology (Lab)1
GENERAL PHARMACOLOGY3
UNDERSTANDING OF THE HOLY QURAN / FEHM-E-QURAN II1
Total Credit Hours17
CourseCredit Hours
QUANTITATIVE REASONING - I (Theory)2
QUANTITATIVE REASONING - I (Lab)1
CIVIC AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT3
FUNCTIONAL ENGLISH3
Physical Education2
MANAGEMENT OF REFRACTIVE ERROR3
VISUAL OPTICS AND IMAGE PROCESSING3
Total Credit Hours17
CourseCredit Hours
PAKISTAN STUDIES2
EXPOSITORY WRITING3
ANTERIOR SEGMENT EYE DISEASES (Theory)2
ANTERIOR SEGMENT EYE DISEASES (Lab)1
OCULAR THERAPUTICS3
QUANTITATIVE REASONING - II3
ENTREPRENEURSHIP3
Total Credit Hours17
CourseCredit Hours
INSTRUMENTAL OPTICS (Theory)2
INSTRUMENTAL OPTICS (Lab)1
OCULAR MICROBIOLOGY (Theory)2
OCULAR MICROBIOLOGY (Lab)1
LOW VISION I (CLINICAL ASSESSMENT & MANAGEMENT)3
POSTERIOR SEGMENT EYE DISEASES (Theory)2
POSTERIOR SEGMENT EYE DISEASES (Lab)1
CLINICAL REFRACTION (Theory)2
CLINICAL REFRACTION (Lab)1
CLINICAL OPTOMETRIC PROCEDURES-I (Theory)2
CLINICAL OPTOMETRIC PROCEDURES-I (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours18
CourseCredit Hours
DISPENSING OPTICS (Theory)2
DISPENSING OPTICS (Lab)1
LOW VISION II (ADVANCE MANAGEMENT AND REHAB) (Theory)2
LOW VISION II (ADVANCE MANAGEMENT AND REHAB) (Lab)1
PEDIATRIC & GERIATRIC OPTOMETRY2
INVESTIGATIVE OPHTHALMOLOGY (Theory)2
INVESTIGATIVE OPHTHALMOLOGY (Lab)1
CONTACT LENS - I (Theory)2
CONTACT LENS - I (Lab)1
CLINICAL OPTOMETRIC PROCEDURES-II (Theory)2
CLINICAL OPTOMETRIC PROCEDURES-II (Lab)1
Total Credit Hours17
CourseCredit Hours
PUBLIC HEALTH AND COMMUNITY OPTOMETRY3
CLINICAL ORTHOPTICS (OCULAR MOTILITY AND BSV) (Theory)2
CLINICAL ORTHOPTICS (OCULAR MOTILITY AND BSV) (Lab)1
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN HEALTHCARE3
CONTACT LENS II (Theory)2
CONTACT LENS II (Lab)1
INCLUSIVE EYE HEALTH2
RESEARCH METHODOLGY & SYNOPSIS WRITING3
Total Credit Hours17
CourseCredit Hours
CLINICAL OPTOMETRY & ORTHOPTIC PROCEDURES (Theory)2
CLINICAL OPTOMETRY & ORTHOPTIC PROCEDURES (Lab)1
LEADERSHIP AND PRACTICE MANAGEMENT SKILLS3
CAPSTONE PROJECT3
FIELD EXPERIENCE3
EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE2
OPHTHALMIC LASERS3
Total Credit Hours17

Specializations

Clinical Refraction & Spectacle Prescription
Clinical Refraction & Spectacle Prescription
Contact Lens Practice & Fitting
Contact Lens Practice & Fitting
Low Vision Rehabilitation
Low Vision Rehabilitation
Paediatric Optometry
Paediatric Optometry
Binocular Vision & Orthoptics
Binocular Vision & Orthoptics
Ocular Disease & Community Eye Care
Ocular Disease & Community Eye Care

TRANSFORMATIONAL JOURNEY

Discover your 3C Advantage

Character


Guardianship of Sight — Vision is one of humanity's most precious senses. Optometrists are its primary guardians at the community level — the first point of contact for millions who may have undetected glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, or childhood vision problems. This program builds practitioners who take that responsibility seriously — screening with thoroughness, referring appropriately, and advocating for community eye health.

Courage


The Courage to Detect What Others Miss — A systematic, thorough eye examination can detect not just refractive error but signs of glaucoma, diabetes, hypertension, and neurological disease. Students are trained to examine with clinical discipline, trust their findings, and refer without hesitation when a patient's health demands it.

Competence


Full-Scope Optometric Clinical Competence — Students develop hands-on competence in clinical refraction, contact lens fitting, binocular vision assessment, anterior and posterior segment examination, glaucoma screening, OCT interpretation, low vision assessment, and community eye screening — producing optometrists capable of serving Pakistan's vast and underserved eye health needs.

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