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BS VISION SCIENCES (OPTOMETRY)

The profession of optometry is dedicated to the prevention of blindness and enhancement of visual function. Optometrists / Orthoptists are the Eye Health Care Professionals recognized across the globe who may practice independently, licensed primary eye care providers offering a wide range of vision care services. As primary eye care providers, optometrists / orthoptists are an integral part of the health care team and an entry point into the health care system.  

Optometrists / Orthoptists examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the eye, as well as diagnose and refer patients to other health care providers for a variety of systemic and neurological conditions that are frequently diagnosed during the primary eye examination. 

Career in Vision Sciences

The demand for vision care services continues to expand and exceed the current human resources in the profession. As innovative technologies become available for the diagnosis and treatment of potentially blinding conditions, the need for vision sciences expertise (optometrists / orthoptists) will be significant, making promising present and future career prospects for the optometrists / orthoptists.  Some of the career choices for optometrists / orthoptists include:

  • Hospital based practices (Private / Public Sector)
  • Private practice /Self Employment
  • Retail optical skills laboratories 
  • Industry (including industry safety programmes, insurance companies and ophthalmic products manufacturers)
  • Academic institutions (including teaching, training and research)
  • Specialty vision care (specialized optometry in private or clinical practices in the areas such as primary care optometry, elder care, low vision, sports vision, contact lenses, vision therapy etc.) 

SEMESTER-WISE SCHEDULE OF COURSEWORK

The Scheme of Studies for BS (Vision Sciences)

FIRST SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
HMLG 131English – I2 (2+0)
ALST 111General Anatomy2 (2+0)
ALPL 121General Physiology2 (2+0)
ALMC 131Microbiology2 (2+0)
ALBC 141Biochemistry2 (2+0)
HMIS 111Islamic Study1 (1+0)
HMCM 141Computer Science – I2 (1+3)
VNIO 161Introduction to Optometry1 (1+0)
Total Credits14

SECOND SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
HMLG 112English-II2 (2+0)
ALPH 111Pharmacology2 (2+0)
ALPA 121Pathology2 (2+0)
HMPS 121Pakistan Study1 (1+0)
PTPG 111Physical & Geometrical Optics2 (2+0)
HMCM 142Computer Science-II2 (2+0)
FRCR 131Basic & Clinical Refraction2 (2+0)
HMST 161Biostatistics1 (1+0)
Total Credits14

THIRD SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
VNST 211Ocular Anatomy1 (1+0)
VNPL 221Ocular Physiology1 (1+0)
VNPH 241Ocular Pharmacology1 (1+0)
VNOD 231Ocular Diseases – I2 (2+0)
HMET 271Ethics1 (1+0)
HMCS 251Communication Skills1 (1+0)
CLPW 211OPD and Ward Procedures5 (0+15)
CLTH 221OT Procedures5 (0+15)
Total Credits17

FOURTH SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
PTIP 231Instrument Optics2 (2+0)
VNDE 232Ocular Diseases – II2 (2+0)
PTVP 221Visual & Clinical Optics2 (2+0)
SPSD 321Ocular Investigation2 (1+3)
CLRF 241Refraction Clinic – I5 (0+15)
CLSC 231Special Clinical Duty – I4 (0+12)
Total Credits17

FIFTH SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
RFCL 331Contact Lens – I1 (1+0)
RFAR 321Advanced Refraction2 (2+0)
PTDP 341Dispensing Optics – I1 (1+0)
VNCO 361Community Ophthalmology2 (2+0)
CLRF 342Refraction Clinic – II5 (0+15)
CLCL 371Contact Lens Clinic – I3 (0+9)
CLLB 381Optical Laboratory – I3 (0+9)
Total Credits17

SIXTH SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
PTDP 341Dispensing Optics – II2 (2+0)
RFCL 542Contact Lens – II2 (2+0)
PTRS 352Basic Orthoptics2 (2+0)
RFLV 351Low Vision – I2 (2+0)
CLRF 343Refraction Clinic – III4 (0+12)
CLCL 372Contact Lens Clinic – II2 (2+0)
CLLB 382Optical Laboratory – II3 (0+9)
Total Credits17

SEVENTH SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
RHMT 411Research Methodology3 (2+3)
RFLV 442Low Vision – II2 (2+0)
PTRS 453Clinical Orthoptics2 (2+0)
ALFH 471First Aid & Hygiene1 (1+0)
HMCM 443Computer Science – III1 (0+3)
CLRS 462Orthoptics Clinic – I3 (0+9)
CLRF 444Refraction Clinic – IV2 (0+6)
CLLV 451Low Vision Clinic – I3 (0+9)
Total Credits17

EIGHT SEMESTER

COURSE CODECOURSE TITLECREDIT HOURS
RHDW 421Dissertation Writing5 (2+9)
HMMG 481Optical Shop and Industry Management1 (1+0)
SPIM 421Ophthalmic Instruments & Maintenance2 (1+3)
CLRS 462Orthoptics Clinic – I3 (0+9)
CLLV 452Low Vision Clinic – II3 (0+9)
CLSC 432Special Clinical Duty – II3 (0+9)
Total Credits17