Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Optometry in South Africa

Bachelor of Optometry is a four-year undergraduate degree program focused on the study of eye health and vision care. It equips students with the knowledge and skills to diagnose and treat visual impairments, prescribe corrective lenses and manage various eye conditions to promote overall ocular health.

The following are the available job openings for Bachelor of Optometry graduates in South Africa:
i. Contact lens specialist
ii. Occupational optometrist
iii. Government positions
iv. Optometrist in private practice
v. Hospital or clinic-based optometrist
vi. Academic and research positions
vii. Low vision specialist

Institutions Offering Bachelor of Optometry

•  University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg  
  Entry Requirements:
  
  -ANCV (level 4) issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training.
  -Achieved a minimum of 70% for 5 of the 7 subjects – fundamental and vocational categories.
  -Passed English as Language of Teaching and Learning / First Additional Language as fundamental component with a minimum of 70%.
  -Passed Mathematics and Physical Sciences as Fundamental Components with a minimum score of 70%.
  
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  
•  University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
  

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