BachelorOrtottica ed Assistenza Oftalmologica L/SNT2 - L/SNT3 (Interclassi)
| Study location | Italy, Bari |
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| Type | Bachelor's Degree, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years (180 ECTS) |
| Study language | Italian |
| Awards | Bachelor |
| Course code | 7469/PDS0-2011/2011 |
| Tuition fee | For information please refer to the Regolamento tasse e contributi |
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| Entry qualification | High school diploma issued after at least 12 years of documented studies. If the country where the qualification has been obtained requires a test for the academic suitability, you must also present the successful examination (E.g. YKS in Turkey, Selectividad in Spain, Prova de Aferiçao o Prova Geral de Acesso ao Ensino Superior in Portugal, etc.). If the qualification was obtained at the end of a school period of less than 12 years, we invite you to consult Ministerial Provisions for the access of international students with the relevant Attachment 1. This Degree Course is a scheduled access course and has an entry test requirement. THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE INDICATED IN THE ANNUAL NOTICE OF THE COURSE. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Italian. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university. |
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| Language requirements | Italian Non-eu students residing abroad who would like to enroll in a study course completely taught in Italian, have to prove their knowledge of the language through an Italian language test. The following categories are excluded from this obligation: |
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Overview
The Bachelor’s Degree in Orthoptics and Ophthalmological Assistance aims to train professionals in the prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of visual disorders. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students to assist ophthalmologists in treating eye diseases and providing rehabilitation for conditions such as strabismus and amblyopia. Students gain hands-on experience through clinical placements at the university’s ophthalmology department.
Program structure
https://www.uniba.it/it/corsi/ortottica-ed-assistenza-oftalmologica/studiare/piano-di-studi/piano-di-studi/piano-degli-studi-2024-2025.pdf/view
Career opportunities
Graduates can pursue careers as orthoptists and ophthalmic assistants in hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, and research institutions. They will be prepared to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating visual disorders, provide pre- and post-operative care, and participate in public health initiatives related to eye care. Graduates may also be involved in education and awareness programs regarding visual health.