Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy · Chisinau, Moldova
The Clinical Optometry (Optometrie clinică) — Master, Cycle II programme at Nicolae Testemitanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Not Officially Published) is a Master's Degree (Cycle II, professionalization master), Master of Optometry, ISCED level 7 program delivered in Romanian over a duration of 2 years / 4 semesters (120 ECTS). This programme provides specialised training in visual health care, covering ocular examination techniques, refractive error correction, contact lens fitting, and detection of ocular pathology. Students develop clinical competencies in visual assessment, low-vision rehabilitation, and paediatric eye care. Graduates work in optometry clinics, hospitals, and eye care centres.
Key facts
Romanian-taught programme: certificate of Romanian proficiency required; minimum accepted level for applying is B2 (CEFR). Romanian is a compulsory part of the curriculum for all students.
Bachelor's degree diploma (Cycle I) or an equivalent document of higher education (basis of admission stated in the official study plan). Admission contest per Admission Regulations: interview assessing professional motivation and communication skills (admitted/not admitted) and competition average. Programme trains specialists with advanced competencies in examining, diagnosing, correcting and monitoring eye health, with access to doctoral studies.
a) Application form; b) Copy of national passport valid at least 1 year from entry date into Moldova; c) Copies of education documents (Bachelor diploma or equivalent), translated into Romanian/English/Russian, notarized and legalized (Apostille for Hague Convention states; otherwise Foreign Ministry stamp + legalization at General Consular Directorate of Moldova); d) Copy of language proficiency certificate; e) Notarized copy of birth certificate; f) Notarized parental consent for applicants under 18; g) Copy of marriage certificate (if applicable); h) Declaration of responsibility for veridity and legality of submitted documents; i) 1 digital photo 3x4 cm + 2 matte photos 3x4 cm. Documents sent as 300 dpi scans in ONE email to foreign@usmf.md.
2026-08-15
2026-08-15
| EU & Non-EU | Tuition | Living | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU & Non-EU | €3,000 | — | needs the fee |