REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED COURSEWORK
Most Optometry Schools require the following courses as part of the undergraduate preparation.
| Required |
Recommended |
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General Biology
BI 111, 112, 113, 114 |
Microbiology (strongly recommend)
BI 230 |
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Inorganic Chemistry
CH 151, 152, 153, 154 |
Biochemistry
CH 321, 323 |
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Organic Chemistry
CH 221, 222, 223, 224 |
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General Physics
PY 111, 112, 113, 114 |
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Math
MA 151 (calculus)
MA 131 (stats) |
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English Composition & Literature
EN 101, EN 110 |
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General Psychology
PS 101 |
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Social Sciences
Core offering should satisfy these requirements |
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UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH AND INTERNSHIPS
Undergraduate research whether in the sciences or the humanities is strongly recommended. Internships at hospitals and clinics are also desirable. See 360 & 390 listings under your major.
NB: Students should always check individual med/vet/dent/op schools for individual course requirements. Individual schools have specific undergraduate curriculum requirements. The list above is a generic list.
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