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Optometrist

أخصائي بصريات

Examines eyes, prescribes glasses and lenses, and detects eye conditions early.

89Programmes in the UAE0Current job openings4Scholarships
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Career overview

What they do

Optometrists work in optical retail, eye hospitals and clinics, performing vision tests and screening for conditions such as glaucoma and diabetic eye disease.

Typical responsibilities

  • Perform eye and vision examinations
  • Prescribe glasses and contact lenses
  • Screen for eye diseases
  • Refer patients to ophthalmologists
  • Advise on eye health

Skills you'll need

Physics of opticsPrecisionPatient communicationUse of diagnostic devicesBusiness sense in retail

How much it relies on

MathematicsLow
TechnologyMedium
ScienceHigh

Work style

IndependentTeam-based
TheoreticalHands-on
Laboratory

Advantages

  • Regular hours
  • Clinical and retail options
  • Strong link to diabetes care

Disadvantages

  • Retail targets in some jobs
  • Narrow specialisation
  • Fewer programmes locally

Growth & future opportunities

Editorial view: stable demand in a growing eye-care and optical retail market.

Career content is written by the Masari editorial team. Last reviewed 21 Oct 2026.

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Study in the UAE

Programs at UAE institutions that lead to this career.

Average tuition

AED 57,100 per year on average for bachelor's programmes with published fees (AED 36,000–162,203, 15 programmes).

Master's: around AED 3,700 per credit hour (3 programmes).

From each university's official fee schedule. Yearly figures for per-credit schedules assume a full-time load of 30 credit hours. Excludes housing, books and other fees.

89 programs at 19 institutions

Programs and accreditation come from the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) register of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. Tuition and duration appear once verified on the university's own program page; always confirm admission details with the university.

Scholarships for this path

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NAFIS-linked health scholarships

NAFIS – Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council · Government

UAE nationalsIn the UAEBachelor's

Health-sector study support for Emiratis through NAFIS partners.

Dates not confirmedNeeds review
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ADEK Khotwa Scholarship Programme

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) · Government

Fully fundedUAE nationalsAbroadFoundation · Bachelor'sMinimum 60%

A fully sponsored alternative pathway to a degree abroad via a community college or foundation year.

Dates not confirmedVerified· 22 Oct 2026
Official page

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