Personal Statement For Optometry

I believe that the secret to a fulfilling occupation is to find a profession which fulfils both academic interests, and also can offer the fulfilment of a clear sense of purpose. In my occasion, this would involve me to follow a career with a strong scientific aspect to the work, as I have always been inspired by the fields of chemistry and biology, with the task of helping people on a day-to-day basis. Through being involved in various work experience placements within the Optometry sector, I have realised that Optometry is the profession that would allow me to combine these two elements.
I am applying to do a degree in Optometry because the modules involved will help me to develop on what I have learnt in school and Sixth Form College, and
Through learning biology I have learnt a great deal about why and how the human body develops diseases, as well as how it tries to defend them. Biochemistry has been an importance to me, and my understanding of it has been reinforced by studying a level chemistry. I have always enjoyed studying Chemistry at school, and look forward to being able to apply my knowledge that I have acquired so far in these subjects to further gain an in depth understanding of science.
To advance my understanding of Optometry, both as a field of study and a career, I carried out a work experience placement at Specsavers. Throughout the placement I shadowed different opticians as they carried out a range of services, such as contact lens fittings and eye tests. I learnt that in optometry communication skills are vital. Without them, it would be more challenging to guide customers and patients through what can often be difficult procedures. Possibly even more important, it is necessary for Opticians to act with empathy with patience in cases where they are experiencing vision difficulties or feel anxious by the outlook of undergoing tests. Throughout my placement I had the opportunity to spend time in the labs, where I witnessed – and occasionally participated in – the procedures that go into preparing lenses and frames. The involvement in this experience gave me a greater appriciation of the technical skills used in preparing and making glasses, as well as a better understanding of the different types of lenses that are