Bachelor of Optometry (B.Optom) is a four-year undergraduate program that focuses on the study of the eye and visual system. It prepares students to become eye care professionals known as optometrists, who are trained to examine, diagnose, and manage various vision problems and ocular diseases. The course typically includes three years of academic study covering subjects like human anatomy, physiology, optics, pharmacology, ocular pathology, and contact lenses, followed by one year of clinical internship. During this period, students gain hands-on experience in eye examination, refraction techniques, and use of diagnostic instruments under supervision in hospitals or eye care centers.

Optometrists play a vital role in the healthcare system by providing primary vision care, prescribing corrective lenses, detecting signs of eye conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts, and referring patients to ophthalmologists for advanced treatment when necessary. The B.Optom degree opens up career opportunities in hospitals, private clinics, optical retail chains, research institutions, and academic settings. Graduates can also pursue higher education such as M.Optom or specialized fellowships, and with growing awareness of eye health, the demand for qualified optometrists is steadily increasing both in India and globally.