
SEGi University
SEGi University and College established the System College for the first time in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s business district in 1977, providing globally recognized professional qualifications. Since then, Century has adapted to Malaysia’s growing demand for higher education and professional qualifications, thereby achieving significant growth. SEGi is one of the largest private higher education institutions in Malaysia, currently serving 25,000 students in five main campuses in Kota Damansara, Kuala Lumpur, Subang Jaya, Penang, and Sarawak.
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Course Overview
The Bachelor of Optometry (Hons) at SEGi University, Kota Damansara Campus, offers a comprehensive education in eye care, blending theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Graduates are well-prepared for diverse roles in professional private practice, retail optical practices, ophthalmology clinics, hospital eye departments, and multinational optical companies.
Program Structure
- Year 1: Essential Basic Sciences, Mathematical Techniques, Biomedical Sciences for Optometry I & II, Human Biology, Ocular Biology, Geometrical & Physical Optics, Clinical Studies I, and various general studies courses.
- Year 2: Biomedical Sciences for Optometry III, Ocular Optics I & II, Visual Science I & II, Clinical Studies II, Speciality Clinical Studies I, Optometric Use of Drugs I, Business Ethics, and Co-Curriculum: Sustainability Thinking.
- Year 3: Foundations of Ocular Disease, Speciality Clinical Studies II, Basic Clinical Practice, Optometric Use of Drugs II, Behavioural Science in Vision Care, Ophthalmic Dispensing Workshop I & II, Ocular Disease in Primary Care, Care of Functional Visual Disorders, General Clinic I, Speciality Clinics A & B, Occupational & Environmental Optometry, Industrial Placement I, and Entrepreneurship.
- Year 4: General Medicine in Optometry, Public Health & Community Optometry, Professional Issues in Optometry, General Clinic II & III, Contact Lens Clinic I & II, Binocular Vision/Paediatric Clinic I & II, Advanced Ophthalmic Care Clinic I & II, Low Vision Clinic I & II, Optometric Case Studies I & II, Project/Dissertation I & II, and Industrial Placement II.
Entry Requirements
- SPM: 5 credits including 3 Science subjects AND
- STPM (Science) with minimum CGPA of 2.50; OR
- 3Ds in A-Level (Science); OR
- Foundation/Pre-University (Science) with CGPA of 2.5 or above; OR
- Any equivalent Pre-U qualifications (Science); OR
- Diploma in any Science discipline (CGPA of 2.75 or above).
New entry requirements have been implemented since May 2022.
Career Opportunities
- Professional private optometric practice (solo or group)
- Retail optical practices
- Ophthalmology clinics
- Hospital eye departments
- Multinational optical companies
Highlights
- Accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
- Experienced faculty including Biomedical Scientists, Medical Practitioners, and Ophthalmic Surgeons.
- Hands-on training in internal clinics and external sites like Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara.
- Opportunity to learn alongside students from over 90 nationalities, providing a rich, globally-informed educational experience.
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