- University Matriculation Examination (UME) Candidates seeking admission into the O.D. (Doctor of Optometry) degree programme must have a good score in the prescribed University Matriculation Examination (UME) for admission into the first year of the 6-year programme. The candidate must also have a credit pass in English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. In either case, the student must satisfy the university matriculation requirements, with credits at WASC, GCE, or NECO, O' Level in the relevant subjects at one sitting for each examination board category.
- Direct Entry:
a) Passes in 2 of the relevant subjects at advanced level of the General Certificate of Education (GCE) or its equivalent for direct entry admission into the second year of the programme. The relevant subjects are Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
b) A Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in any basic sciences, medical science or health sciences from a recognised university
Diploma certificate in a related profession from a recognised institution. Also for direct entry admission into the Department, all of the above categories of candidates must begin at 200 level. They must also register and pass the general study course done at 100 level.