Doctor of optometry (International Program)

Introduction:

Doctor of Optometry (International Program) focuses on training students to become eye care professionals who assess and care for vision. Students learn how to examine eyes, detect vision problems, and provide appropriate care and treatment.

The program also focuses on visual screening, diagnosis, and basic management of visual conditions, including visual rehabilitation. Graduates are able to prescribe glasses, contact lenses, and other vision care tools approved by the Ministry of Public Health.

Degree offered:

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)

Duration: 6 years

Thammasat University, Rangsit Campus

Program Structure: 

Year 1

Semester 1

EL       105CMN   111CMN   112CMM   111CMM   120CMM   122CMM   123	English Communication SkillsChemistry and organic chemistry for medical sciencesChemistry and organic chemistry laboratory for medical sciences Medical Biology Laboratory Engagement in Health Science Innovation and Communication in Healthcare Sectors Self-reflection and Personal Development for Healthcare Professionals
	Total 20

Year 1

Semester 2

CMM   107CMM   121CMM   124CMM   217CMM   128SC        186LAS      101	Principle of Physics in Daily LifeApplied Medical Sciences and Sustainability Entrepreneurial Competencies Development in Healthcare Professionals Fundamentals of Biomedical Sciences 1 Fundamentals of Biomedical Sciences 2Physics Laboratory Critical Thinking, Reading, and Writing
	Total 20

Year 2

Semester 1

CMM  126CMM  219CMM  220CMM  221CMM  222CMO  211	Information Technology Law for Healthcare Professionals Integrated Biomedical Sciences 1 Integrated Biomedical Sciences 2Integrated Biomedical Sciences 3  Patient Assessment and Symptomatology Introduction to Optometry and Basic Optometric Practice
	Total 16

Year 2

Semester 2

CMN   481CMM   125CMO   212CMO   213CMO   214CMO   221EL       296	Applied Psychology in Clinical Health Care Biostatistics and Epidemiology for Medical Science Integrated Ocular System  Neuroscience for Optometry          Ocular MicrobiologyIntegrated Biomedical Sciences 3 Academic English for Science Disciplines 1
	Total 20

Year 3

Semester 1

CMO   311CMO   312CMO   313CMO   314CMO   315CMO   321CMO   322	Medical and Ocular Biochemistry Theoretical OptometryGeometrical OpticNeurophysiology of VisionVision Science 1: Monocular vision Optometry Diagnosis Procedures 1: Refractive AnomaliesOcular Diseases and Pathology 1 : Anterior Segment
	Total 19

Year 3

Semester 2

CMO   316CMO   317CMO   318CMO   323CMO   324CMO   325	Vision Science 2: Binocular vision Ophthalmic Optics Ocular Pharmacology Optometry Diagnosis Procedures 2: Binocular vision Ocular Diseases and Pathology 2 : Posterior Segment Ophthalmic Dispensing
	Total 18

Year 4

Semester 1

CMN   411CMO   411CMO   421CMO   422CMO   423CMO   431CMO   432	Research Ethics and Methodology Epidemiology and Optometry in CommunityIntroduction to optometry clinical practice Neuro-Ophthalmic Diseases and Pathology  Systemic Disease & Its Ocular Manifestation Contact Lens 1 Visual Therapy
	Total 17

Year 4

Semester 2

CMO  412CMO  424CMO  433CMO  434CMO  435	Socioeconomic and Business Aspects of Optometry Optometry Clinic 1 Infants & Pediatric Optometry      Contact Lens 2Visual Perception and Learning Disability
	Total 16

Year 5

Semester 1

CMO  521CMO  522CMO  531CMO  532CMO  533CMO  541	English for Clinical Practice in Optometry Optometry Clinic 2 Geriatric Optometry Low Vision and Rehabilitation Applied Ocular Therapeutics Research Project 1
	Total 17

Year 5

Semester 2

CMO  523CMO  524CMO  542	Legal Aspects and Professional Ethics in Optometry Optometry Clinic 3 Research Project 2
	Total 12

Year 6

Semester 1

CMO  651	Optometry Clinical Clerkship 1
	Total 14

Year 6

Semester 2

CMO  652	Optometry Clinical Clerkship 2
	Total 14

Career Opportunities: 

• Independent practitioner
• Optometrist in private optical retail
• Optometrist in hospital and medical center
• Specialist in optical and contact lenses companies
• Lecturer in optometry program and vision science program
• Researcher or scientist
• Public Health Academician

Student Life: 

Contact: 

Miss Patcharaporn Junjunpet

Academic Affairs Officer

Ext. 4549

Email : pearpat1@tu.acth