Doctor of Optometry
Programme Curriculum
The programme is composed of a 24-credit coursework component and a 24-credit research thesis component. The coursework component consists of 3 Compulsory Subjects (15 credits) and 3 Elective Subjects (9 credits).
The thesis consists of a single piece of work divided into two parts: a proposal and a formal thesis. It is expected to demonstrate a candidate’s ability to apply theoretical and practical knowledge to solve a significant problem of relevance to optometry and/or vision science.
To be eligible for the DOptom award, students are required to (1) accumulate 48 credits (24 credits in the coursework component and 24 credits in the thesis component); (2) satisfy the University’s National Education (NE) and Academic Integrity and Ethics (AIE) requirements; and (3) have a grade point average of 2.7 (grade B-) or above at the end of the programme.
Compulsory Subjects
| SO6001 Orthokeratology Principles and Management | (6 credits) | |
| SO6002 Specialty Contact Lens Principles and Management | (6 credits) | |
| HSS6011 Health Economics | (3 credits) |
Elective Subjects
(Three are to be selected:)
| SO5009 Contemporary Myopia Control and Management | (3 credits) | |
| SO6003 Applications of Innovative Ocular Therapeutics | (3 credits) | |
| SO6004 Contemporary Amblyopia Treatments and Management | (3 credits) | |
| SO6005 Ocular Misalignment and Visual Perception | (3 credits) | |
| COMP5523 Computer Vision and Image Processing | (3 credits) |
Thesis
| SO6101 Thesis - Stage I |
(6 credits) | |
| SO6102 Thesis - Stage II | (6 credits) | |
| SO6103 Thesis - Stage III | (6 credits) | |
| SO6104 Thesis - Stage IV | (6 credits) |
Remark:
Students who wish or need to terminate their studies after successful completion of 24-credit taught subjects and Thesis - Stage I may also consider opting for the exit award, i.e. Master of Science in Optometry Research Studies.
Recommended Study Pattern
Full-time Study
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|
First Semester | Second Semester | Summer Term |
|
First Year |
3 subjects (6 credits + 3 credits x2) |
3 subjects (6 credits + 3 credits x2) |
SO 6101 Thesis - Stage I |
|
Second Year |
SO6101 Thesis - Stage I (6 credits attained) |
SO6102 Thesis - Stage II (6 credits attained) |
SO6103 Thesis - Stage III (6 credits attained) |
|
Third Year |
SO6104 Thesis - Stage IV (6 credits attained) |
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Part-time Study
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First Semester | Second Semester |
|
First Year |
1 subject (6 credits) |
1 subjects (6 credits) |
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Second Year |
2 subjects (3 credits x2) |
2 subjects (3 credits x2) |
|
Third Year |
SO6101 Thesis - Stage I |
SO6101 Thesis - Stage I (6 credits attained) |
|
Fourth Year |
SO6102 Thesis – Stage II (6 credits attained) |
SO6103 Thesis - Stage III (6 credits attained) |
|
Fifth Year |
SO6104 Thesis - Stage IV |
SO6104 Thesis - Stage IV (6 credits attained) |
Remark:
The above plans are for reference only.
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