Bachelor of Science (Hons) Optometry
SEGi University · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #731
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
The BSc (Hons) Optometry at SEGi University is a two-year Bachelor’s degree designed to support swift entry into the optometry profession. The programme blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills using a mix of online and on-campus learning, plus work-based experiences.
The curriculum covers vision sciences and clinical practice, with modules that include clinical visual optics, community optometry, ocular disease, contact lenses, and advanced ocular care. Students also complete dissertation work across the programme, alongside professional practice learning.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Study Clinical Visual Optics and Binocular Vision & Visual Development to build core vision science foundations.
- Complete Biomedical Sciences I and Biomedical Sciences II to support clinical understanding for eye care.
- Develop clinical reasoning through Community Optometry and Clinical Practice II.
- Learn diagnostic methods with Optometric Sciences and Ocular Diagnostic Techniques.
- Practice binocular vision skills via Binocular Vision Clinic.
- Include Bahasa Kebangsaan A/Effective Listening as part of the programme delivery.
- Advance clinical knowledge with Ocular Disease and Advanced Ocular Care Clinic.
- Build contact lens capability through Contact Lenses, Contact Lens Clinic, and Primary Clinical Analysis.
- Strengthen advanced assessment skills via Low Vision & Further Optometric Care, Low Vision Clinic, and Advanced Clinical Analysis.
- Develop professional readiness through Professional Practice and Integrity and Anti-corruption.
- Complete Dissertation I and Dissertation II as part of the final research/dissertation progression.
- Include Co-curiculum: Sustainability Thinking.
Career outcomes
- You build job-ready optometry foundations through structured clinical practice and diagnostic skills taught across the two-year programme.
- You can pursue professional private optometric practice (solo or group) after completing the programme’s practice-focused learning path.
- You are prepared for roles in retail optical practices, including work in ophthalmology-clinic settings and similar eye-care service environments.
- You can pursue career pathways in hospital eye departments with clinical training aligned to real patient-care delivery.
- You gain the capability to work with multinational optical companies as the curriculum covers clinical practice, patient assessment, and eye-care management themes.
- You progress through dissertation work (Dissertation I and Dissertation II) that supports stronger clinical judgment and professional accountability.
Employability rate
SEGi reports a 100% employability rate for its optometry programme graduates, reflecting strong graduate demand and hiring outcomes in eye-care services.
Together, this supports a confident career outlook in optometry-related roles in Malaysia as you complete clinical and practice-focused training.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Optician registration / relevant pathway | This programme is open to opticians registered with The Malaysian Optical Council, with an option for candidates to complete the bridging requirement stated by SEGi University. If you have a diploma or fellowship qualification in the opticianry field, include your evidence of the required registration duration as described by the programme entry requirements. |
| Other eligible qualifications (as stated by the university) | International applicants must hold one of the alternative qualifications listed on the SEGi programme entry requirements for the bridging pathway, including diploma or bachelor level qualifications and specified school-leaving science subject conditions where applicable. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine & Health | Relevant background likely (optometry/opticianry/health sciences) | Align your prior optometry/opticianry or science-appropriate qualifications to the bridging requirement described by the programme entry requirements for international applicants. |
Language requirements
International applicants must meet the programme’s English entry requirement as stated by SEGi University for admission to the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Optometry. If you do not meet the required test score, you must follow any alternative pathway described in the university’s international admissions guidance.
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💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | MYR 100000 / total program | Total fees shown on the SEGi University fee page for Bachelor of Science (Hons) Optometry. |
| Application fee | MYR 3150 / one time | SEGi international student procedures state admission and international student visa application fees of RM 3,150 (subject to change). |
Proof of financial resources
For international study in Malaysia, you should be prepared to show funds for tuition and living costs as required during the visa and student pass processing steps. SEGi University’s international office supports visa processing via EMGS once your application documents are completed.
- Proof of ability to fund your studies as required for Malaysian student pass processing
- Any SEGi University application and offer-related payment requirements stated for international applicants
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | September 22, 2026 |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | September 21, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare eligibility and documents
Check the programme’s international entry requirements and ensure your qualification and evidence fit the pathway described by SEGi University for international applicants. Gather your passport and academic documents early, and prepare your English test results if you are using IELTS Academic. If you are seeking any consideration for English requirement alternatives, ensure you have the official evidence needed for review.
Submit your application to SEGi University
Apply during the published intake period using SEGi University’s official application channel. Complete the application form with correct personal information and academic history, and upload the required supporting documents. If the programme specifies a bridging route for the eligible applicant group, make sure your documentation supports that route.
Undergo international-office review and offer steps
After you submit your documents, SEGi’s international processes coordinate the next steps required for international applicants. Follow any instructions you receive regarding payment for the offer-related process and any additional document checks. Keep your contact details updated so the international team can reach you quickly if clarification is needed.