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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 | |
