Personal Statement For Optometry

My drive to pursue a career in optometry has increased as I have developed a deeper understanding of it, as a field of study and as a profession. My curiosity of the complex nature of the human body stems from my formative years, upon receiving a toy anatomy kit. A vague knowledge of the workings of the body flourished into my interest of how the application of science can improve quality of life. From an early age, optometry has been imperative due to a family history of vision related problems, and the prospect of using knowledge that I have gained for restoring health is one of the most satisfying rewards of this career; as Hellen Keller once said, ‘the only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision’.
My ongoing study of science A-levels have helped shape my perception of optometry, specifically biology which sparked my interest in human disease, alongside chemistry and physics which have enhanced my problem solving abilities. In contrast, business evoked my interest in the commercial and legislative side of optometry. Collectively, these subjects have enabled the application of mathematical and scientific information- which I understand to be vital in the field of optometry. I look forward to applying the current knowledge I have acquired from these subjects to gain a …show more content…
By doing so, I can gain a diverse outlook on what the future of optometry holds and new advances in the field.
Aside from my academic pursuits, I enjoy socialising with friends as I endeavour to maintain a work-life balance. Cooking is another great passion of mine, which I use as a therapeutic outlet and a way to express my creativity. Furthermore, creating music keeps my academic stress at bay, namely playing the traditional instrument: