Bachelor's degree in Optics and Optometry

Terrassa School of Optics and Optometry (FOOT)

In the bachelor's degree in Optics and Optometry, you will study both medical and technology-related subjects, developing the knowledge and skills needed to diagnose, prevent and treat vision problems. In optics, you will receive the theoretical training needed to understand how images are formed by lenses, the fundamentals of optical instruments, and the causes of visual impairments, while your studies of optometry will allow you to develop the knowledge and skills needed to treat non-medical vision problems.

General details

Duration

4 academic years

Study load

240 ECTS credits (including the bachelor's thesis). One credit is equivalent to a study load of 25-30 hours.

Delivery

Face-to-face

Admission mark 2025-2026 academic year

8,388

Language of instruction

Check the language of instruction for each subject (and timetable) in the course sheet in the curriculum.

Information on language use in the classroom and students’ language rights.

Fees and grants

Approximate fees per academic year: €1,061 (€1,800 for non-EU residents ). Consult the public fees system based on income (grants and payment options).

Location

Terrassa School of Optics and Optometry (FOOT)

Official degree

Recorded in the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities

Admission

Places: 90
Pre-enrolment code: 31105
Admission mark 2025-2026 academic year: 8,388. Admission mark
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Curriculum

First semester

Second semester

Third semester

Fourth semester

Fifth semester

Sixth semester

Seventh semester

Eighth semester

External Practicum 18
Bachelor's Thesis 6

CompulsoryECTS
OptionalECTS
ProjectECTS

Professional opportunities

Professional opportunities

Detection, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of visual health problems.
Adaptation of glasses and contact lenses.
Vision rehabilitation and consulting in vision care and ergonomics.
Measurement and diagnostic testing for surgery.
Medical-technical establishments related to optics.
Hospitals, health centres and primary care centres.
Ophthalmology centres and surgeries.
Optical industry: technical, commercial and management positions.

Quality accreditation

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