Program Overview

Opticianry Programme

About the Opticianry Programme

Driven by an innovative, rational, and responsible approach, Altnba University's two-year associate's degree programme in opticianry aims to produce well-equipped opticians capable of efficiently using scientific knowledge, critical and free thinking in a constantly evolving modern world.

An optician is a technician trained in designing, verifying and fitting the ophthalmic devices (eyeglass lenses and frames, contact lenses, etc.) prescribed by an ophthalmologist or an optometrist.

What We Offer

• A strong curriculum that is constantly updated to meet the needs of global eyewear market; theoretical and innovation-oriented learning combined with practical training in modern laboratories equipped with cutting edge technology.
• The theoretical and practical courses we offer at the university helps students develop effective management and marketing skills.
• We encourage and promote student participation in national and international fairs and symposium on optical industry.
• Learning from professional faculty gives students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience.
• We offer our courses at the same campus that is home to Medical School, Dental School and the School of Pharmacy, which provides students with the opportunity to experience theoretical learning in hospital laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
• As part of student-alumni collaboration, current students are given the opportunity to undertake internships at the companies where our graduates work.
• Students can double major in any other major across AU Vocational School of Health Services if they meet the requirements.
• Students have the opportunity to take part in Erasmus mobility activities for learning and placement.

Career

Our graduates can run an optical store, or work as a responsible manager at an optical store, or they can get hired by eyeglass lenses, frames, contact lenses manufacturers, or ophthalmic equipment retailers. They can also serve on the Board of Turkish Chamber of Opticians and Optical Manufacturers.

Student Achievements

• Ökke ASLAN: Third prize at "Gözlüklerim ve Kontakt Lensim Benim Vazgeçilmezlerim" (My Glasses and My Contact Lenses Are My Essentials) Competition, May 19, 2015
• Alev BAYRAM: Honorable Mention at "Gözlüklerim ve Kontakt Lensim Benim Vazgeçilmezlerim" (My Glasses and My Contact Lenses Are My Essentials) Competition, May 19, 2015
• Cenk GÜLTEKN: Regional Chair, Chamber of Opticians and Optical Manufacturers of, March 2020
• Bar AKSOY: Board Member, 12th Chamber of Opticians and Optical Manufacturers of Turkey, March 2020