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Course Overview

Optometric training includes the diagnosis and management of ocular disease, the dispensing of spectacles and contact lenses, and the management of people with special needs (children and those with low vision). Optometrists examine the eyes not only for vision problems but for early detection of eye diseases and other abnormal systemic conditions. They also test patients for visual depth, colour perception, contrast sensitivity, and the ability to focus and coordinate the eyes. The tests performed in UCSI are comprehensive eye examinations of the internal and external eye structures that utilize accurate instruments. This enables accurate analysis of a patient’s test results that will be further utilized to develop his/her treatment plan to ensure proper eye care management. As such, the ocular management may include any of the following: a prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses, low vision aids, vision therapy, managing the problems of slow learners, medications, and appropriate referral of patients when necessary.

This four-year full-time undergraduate programme provides avenues for students to have proper training in managing various eye conditions. Major emphasis is placed on understanding and managing clinical conditions related to the eye in a practical setting and courses are in-depth, challenging, and designed to significantly advance optometric clinical skills in all fields of vision care.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

Foundation in Science Health

Minimum CGPA 2.50 including 3 Science subjects or Mathematics and

STPM (science stream)

Minimum CGPA 2.50 and

A-levels (science stream)

Minimum C in Biology, Chemistry, Physics / Maths
CGPA 2.5 and

UEC

Minimum CGPA 2.50 or B5 in 3 Science subjects and B6 in other 2 subjects and

National Matriculation (Science Stream)

Minimum CGPA 2.50 and

Australian Year 12 / New South Wales High School Certificate Programme HSC UNSW / SACE / AUSMAT

Minimum score 14 (60% ATAR/ TER) including 3 Science subjects or Mathematics and

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

CGPA 2.50 or 60% including 3 Science subjects or Mathematics and

Diploma (science-related)

Minimum CGPA 2.50 and

Bachelor’s Degree (science-related)

Minimum CGPA 2.50 and

Pass SPM (or equivalent) examinations with minimum 3 credits including 2 of the below:

  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • English

And Pass English

English Language Requirements:

  • A distinction (A+, A or A-) in the English Language subject at SPM/UEC level; or MUET Band 5; or a score of 196 (computer-based) / 525 (writing-based) / 69-70 (internet-based) in TOEFL; or Band 5.5 in IELTS.
  • In the event that the English Language Requirements are not met, the student may be required to undertake additional English module(s) prior to or concurrently with the undergraduate programme, based on the University’s decision.

International students holding equivalent academic qualifications but which are not conducted in English, are required to sit for the English Placement Test, which may result in the taking of the English for Tertiary Education (1 to 10 months). Students who intend to pursue the above undergraduate programme directly, are advised to fulfil the above English requirements prior to commencing their studies at the University.

Fees

Tuition Fees:

First Time Payment: RM 25700 and USD 6946

  1. Year 1: RM 20550
  2. Year 2: RM 23550
  3. Year 3: RM 27450
  4. Year 4: RM 31200
  5. Total: RM 102750

This information was accurate on : 16/02/2021
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