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Pokhara University, Faculty of Health Sciences launched Master of Optometry (M.Optom) program from the academic year 2076.
Eligibility
- Bachelor of Optometry (B. Optom) degree or Bachelor of Optometry and Vision Science (B. Optom) or Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) or B.Sc. in Optometry (B.Sc. Optom) or equivalent degree from a recognized university/ institution.
- Registered as an optometrist in Nepal Health Professional Council (NHPC).
- Candidates should score a minimum of 50% marks to pass entrance examinations conducted by Medical Education Commission for being eligible to be on the merit list.
Exam Format:
- Single best response type with Multiple choice questions.
- Four options (A,B,C,D)
- No of questions: 200
- Recall: Understanding: Application : 30:50:20
- Duration: 3 hours
Weightage:
S.No. | Subjects | Marks |
1 | Basic Science and Organ Systems | 8 |
2 | Ocular Anatomy and Physiology | 16 |
3 | Physical and Geometrical Optics | 10 |
4 | Visual Science | 16 |
5 | Ocular Disease | 16 |
6 | Diagnostic and Investigative Optometry | 20 |
7 | Ophthalmic and Dispensing Optics | 20 |
8 | Pediatric Optometry and Binocular Vision | 20 |
9 | Contact Lens and Ocular Prosthesis | 20 |
10 | Low Vision and Visual Rehabilitation | 20 |
11 | Community Optometry | 10 |
12 | Geriatric Optometry and Vision Care | 10 |
13 | Research Methodology and Biostatistics | 8 |
14 | Ethics and Practice Management in Optometry | 6 |
Total | 200 |