🎓 Admission Requirements
School of Dispensing Opticianry, Federal Teaching Hospital Gombe
Entry Requirements
Candidates who seek admission into this programme must possess:
- Minimum of five (5) credits in WASSCE or NECO
- In the following subjects: English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
- Obtained at not more than two (2) sittings
- OR five (5) credits in NABTEB at one (1) sitting
Programme Duration
2 Years
Equivalent to 4 Semesters of intensive training
General & Foundation
Comprehensive grounding in sciences and general studies
Professional Courses
Specialised ophthalmic dispensing curriculum
Intensive Practicals
Hands-on training in ophthalmic laboratory practices
Course Structure
Courses in the programme are in two categories:
Core Courses
- Must be taken and passed
- Essential for professional practice
- Includes specialised opticianry courses
Mandatory Courses
- Must be taken and passed
- Required for graduation
- Includes general and foundation courses
⚠️ Pass Mark: For a student to graduate, he/she must obtain a pass grade of 50% in all core and mandatory courses.
How to Apply
Generate RRR
Create your Remita Retrieval Reference (₦10,000)
Make Payment
Pay at any bank or online via Remita
Complete Form
Fill the online application form
Await Decision
Check your dashboard for admission status
Download Requirements
Download the complete admission requirements document in PDF format.
Download PDF (Complete Guide)Frequently Asked Questions
We accept WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or GCE results with credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Your results must be obtained in not more than two (2) sittings. NABTEB results require all credits in one (1) sitting.
The application fee is ₦10,000 (Ten Thousand Naira Only). This is a non-refundable fee that covers the processing of your application. You can pay via bank transfer, USSD, or online through Remita.
Yes, you can apply with your statement of results. However, your admission will be provisional pending the submission of your original certificates. Ensure you have at least your WAEC/NECO result checker printout or statement of result.
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email. Your application will be reviewed, and if shortlisted, you will be invited for an aptitude test and interview. Successful candidates will be offered admission and can download their admission letter from the portal.
Yes. The School of Dispensing Opticianry is fully accredited by the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN). Graduates are eligible to sit for the professional Board Examination.
Transfer applications are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the Admissions Office directly with your transcripts and course details for evaluation.
The academic session typically begins in October. Successful candidates will be notified of the exact resumption date via email and through the student portal. Please ensure you check your email regularly after submitting your application.
Once submitted, your application cannot be edited. However, if you notice an error, please contact the Admissions Office immediately at the email provided below, and we will assist you.
Need Assistance?
Contact the Admissions Office for any questions about your application.