2-Year Master’s (Fellowship)
in Optometry
Chitkara University’s Master’s Fellowship Program offers exclusive opportunities for research, innovation, and career growth. With a competitive stipend matching industry standards, expert mentorship, and direct PhD pathways, this program empowers graduates to excel in academia, industry, or entrepreneurship while contributing to cutting-edge advancements in their fields.
Highlights
- Opportunity to work with researchers on funded projects | Assistance with Patent filing, Startup Funding & incentives for Publishing Research
Benefits
- Stipend: Rs. 20,000/month (Year 1)
- Stipend: Rs. 22,000/month (Year 2)
- Direct PhD enrolment after Master’s
Fee
- No Tuition Fee
- One-time Registration Fee:
Rs. 60,000 (payable at admission)
Program Eligibility
- This Master’s Fellowship program is open only to Chitkara University graduates
- Program Duration: 2 Years
Master Fellowship Program in Optometry
Master of Optometry program at Chitkara University aims at meeting the continuing education and training needs of eye care professionals and assuring them a rewarding career by training them in the advanced aspects of the subject to gain professional competency in the rapidly expanding arena of health sciences in general and optometry in particular. The curriculum is imparted with core academics, research work and integrated clinical work. The Chitkara School of Health Sciences is a member of Association of School and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO, India). The program will enrich professional skills and attributes to deliver quality eye care in various areas of optometry such as binocular vision, contact lens, pediatric optometry, low vision, behavioral optometry, rehabilitation and many more.
The Masters of Optometry program is designed to meet the recent advancements, evidence-based practice and clinical training by providing diverse academic and clinical experience. The program also offers electives and value-added courses to enhance personal development as professional optometrists leading and managing the eye care delivery.
Learn the most in-demand and contemporary skills
Apart from clinical skill development, the program also lays emphasis on quality multi-disciplinary optometry research, scientific research publications, patent filing, and enhancing entrepreneurial skills. The course will equip you with diverse skills both academically and clinically, imparting professional development and societal responsibilities for improving the quality of eye care.
Features of the Program
- Comprehensive hands-on training and Didactic lectures
- Clinical Training in specialties with ASCO, India and Sankara Academy of Vision 2nd, 3rd and 4th semester
- Certificate of FASCO in Clinical Optometry (Fellowship by ASCO, India)
- Multi-disciplinary collaborative research
- Journal Clubs and Seminars
- Periodic webinars, workshops and conferences
Program Highlights
Masters in Optometry is a recommended program to the graduates in Optometry to enhance their knowledge in Vision Science, Clinical diagnosis & Optometric Management Practices. This course trains participants for professional specialisation in various areas of Optometry: contact lenses, pediatric optometry, low vision, practice management etc. The course has a mixed academic focus – it trains students for both specialised professional practice and research.
Transform Your Career
Get a solid base with 2 years of intensive learning at Chitkara University and further build on this solid foundation through clinical training from experts with ASCO India.
Learn the most in-demand and contemporary skills
Gain extensive industry exposure through various sessions with experts, perform research work and this cutting edge industry-endorsed program.
Study Less Work More
Design and development in Optometry industry requires a perfect blend of theory, practice and research and is best learnt by doing. You will spend a lot of time practicing your acquired skills.
Contact Us
Interested in a Master's Fellowship program with a handsome stipend? Get in touch for details on eligibility and the application process. Our team is happy to assist you and guide you every step of the way.
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Elante Mall Office Complex
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Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway
Punjab 140 401
