
Bachelor in Optometry and Vision Science (B Optom) is a four‑year undergraduate professional degree focused on eye care, visual system assessment, diagnosis of vision disorders, and the prescription of corrective lenses and rehabilitation strategies.
Description
B Optom prepares students in anatomy and physiology of the eye, optics, visual perception, clinical refraction, ophthalmic dispensing, binocular vision, low vision care, contact lenses, and basic ocular disease management. The program combines foundational sciences with extensive clinical training, enabling graduates to assess and manage refractive errors, binocular vision anomalies and other visual problems in clinical settings, optical centres and community outreach. It aims to produce competent optometry professionals capable of supporting comprehensive eye care services.
Tribhuvan University
The Institute of Engineering (IOE) entrance examination is the gateway to undergraduate engineering programs at Tribhuvan University. This highly competitive exam determines admission to BE programs in Civil, Computer, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Architecture and more across TU constituent and affiliated colleges.
Kathmandu University
Kathmandu University School of Engineering offers world-class engineering education with modern facilities. The KU entrance exam (KUCAT) is the gateway to programs including Computer, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Geomatics Engineering at Dhulikhel campus.
Pokhara University
Pokhara University offers BE programs through its School of Engineering and affiliated colleges across Nepal. The PU entrance examination determines admission to Civil, Computer, Electronics, Electrical, and other engineering programs.
University Grants Commission (UGC) Nepal
University Grants Commission provides scholarships to increase access to higher education for students with disabilities, economically disadvantaged students, Dalit students, children of martyrs and conflict victims, Mukta Kamlari, and Muslim women students.
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MOEST)
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology provides scholarships for Nepali students to study abroad through bilateral agreements with countries like China, India, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Japan, and others.
Government of Nepal
Constitutional provision for 45% reserved scholarships across all higher education institutions. Quotas are allocated for women, Janajati, Madhesi, Dalit, disabled, Muslim, and remote area students as per Nepal's inclusive education policy.