Diploma in Opticianry (DIO)

Opticians are eye care professionals skilled in refraction, lens dispensing, and using ophthalmic instruments to assess vision and prescribe corrective lenses. They also provide guidance on maintaining good eye health.

Did you know that a Registered Optician in Malaysia is eligible to operate licensed eyecare practices using their professional license? To become an Optician, you must complete the Diploma in Opticianry and register with the Malaysian Optical Council (MOC), as outlined under Section 18(1) of the Optical Act 1991.

At Vision University College, DIO students receive hands-on experience in clinical and dispensing laboratories, as well as real-world training through industrial attachments at optical centers. This programme equips students with essential skills to diagnose refractive errors and accurately dispense visual aids.

Upon successful completion, graduates will be eligible for registration with the Malaysian Optical Council (MOC) and recognized as licensed Opticians. This programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA), and offers pathways to a rewarding career or progression to further studies, including Bachelor’s degrees in Optometry, Vision Science, or related fields.

YEAR 1

• English
• Optics 1
• Optics 2
• Ophthalmic Lenses 1
• Ophthalmic Lenses 2
• Anatomy & Physiology 1
• Anatomy & Physiology 2
• Public Health, Law & Ethics
• Instrumentation 1
• Business Management
• Philosophy and Current Issues
• Creative Problem Solving
• Constitution & Malaysian Society

YEAR 2

• Dispensing 1
• Dispensing 2
• Ocular Anatomy
• Instrumentation 2
• Ocular Physiology
• Integrity and Anti-Corruption
• Preliminary Examination & Diagnosis
• Binocular Vision
• Ocular Refraction 1
• Ocular Symptomology

YEAR 3

• Dispensing 3
• Ocular Disease
• Ocular Refraction 2
• Industrial Placement
• Low Vision
• Clinical Dispensing
• Clinical Refraction 1
• Clinical Refraction 2

• Passed SPM (with a pass in Bahasa Malaysia and History) with a total of 3 credits (C), which must include credits in any three of the following subjects:

  • Mathematics

  • Science / Biology / Physics / Chemistry

  • English

• Passed O-Level with a total of 3 credits (C), which must include credits in any three of the following subjects:

  • Mathematics

  • Science / Biology / Physics / Chemistry

  • English

• Holder of the Fellow of British Dispensing Optician (FBDO) qualification from the UK or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution, and has successfully completed and passed the FBDO course.

• Completed UEC with a minimum of 3 Grade C7s in the following subjects:

  • Mathematics

  • Science / Biology / Physics / Chemistry

  • English

• Completed a Certificate in Optical Technology (or an equivalent qualification from an accredited or recognized institution) with a minimum CGPA of 2.33.

• Completed a Certificate in Science (from an accredited institution) with a minimum CGPA of 2.33.

• Holders of other relevant certificates with a minimum CGPA of 2.33.

Career options available in a wide range of fields including Visual Care, Research And Development as

• Optical Dispenser
• Registered Optician
• Lens Consultant
• Eyecare Entrepreneur
• Optical Sales Representative
• Optical Laboratory Technician

3 Years (Full Time)

• April
• July
• October