Diploma In Opticianry
About
This specialised programme trains students to become skilled opticians with strong knowledge in vision care, including the fitting, dispensing, and adjustment of ophthalmic glasses. Students gain a foundation in ocular health, eye anatomy, optical instruments, and professional standards, alongside communication, customer care, and business management skills. Graduates are prepared for careers in retail optical stores, eye care clinics, or to establish their own practices, and have pathways for further advancement, such as pursuing a degree in optometry.
Key facts
Qualification | Diploma |
Study mode | Full-time |
Duration | 3 years |
Intakes | February, May, September |
Total estimated cost (local) | $ 12,389 |
Total estimated cost (foreign) | $ 14,288 |
Subjects
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Other Sciences
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
Description | Local students | Foreign students |
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Tuition fee | $ 12,389 | $ 12,261 |
Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | $ 2,027 |
Total estimated cost of attendance | $ 12,389 | $ 14,288 |
Estimated cost per year | $ 4,130 | $ 4,763 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Any of these:
- SPM / O-level – Minimum three C’s in at least three of these subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- A certificate in Optical Technology in Science from any recognised institution with a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- Passed as a Fellow of British Dispensing Opticians (FBDO) from any recognised institution.
- STPM - Minimum CGPA of 2.00; or
- UEC - Minimum of three C7 in English, Mathematics and Science (or Biology / Chemistry / Physics)
Curriculum
Year 1
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General Anatomy and Physiology
- Geometric Optics
- Ocular Anatomy and Physiology
- Optometric Instruments
- Physical Optics
Year 2
- Clinical Refraction
- Low Vision and Optical Aids
- Ophthalmic Lenses
- Ophthalmic Lenses Edging
- Ophthalmic Products Knowledge
- Refraction
- Refractive Error and Patient Management
- Visual Optics
Year 3
- Basic Ocular Diseases
- Biostatistics and Research Skills
- Business, Marketing and Ethics in Vision Care
- Clinical Posting
- Edging Practice
- Industrial Training
- Introduction to Contact Lenses
- Introduction to Binocular Vision