M.Sc. Precision & Personalized Medicine
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Precision & Personalized Medicine program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a cutting-edge postgraduate course designed to train students in the development and application of tailored medical therapies based on genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The program integrates advanced knowledge in genomics, bioinformatics, and pharmacogenetics to prepare students for a transformative approach to healthcare delivery.
Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Precision & Personalized Medicine Specialists’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Precision and Personalized Medicine along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related fields with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized institution.
- Admission is based on merit and/or entrance examination as per university norms.
| Semester | Courses |
|---|---|
| Semester I |
Fundamentals of Precision Medicine Fundamentals of Biochemistry & Enzymology Basics of Drug Action Introduction to Human Genetics and Genomics Bioinformatics and Structural Biology Open Electives – I:
Yogic Science & Wellbeing |
| Semester II |
Medical Genomics: The Genetics and Epigenetics of Disease Personalised Molecular Medicine Drug Design and Discovery Analytical Skills in Precision Medicine ‘Omics and Biomarkers Pathophysiology Open Electives – II:
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| Semester III |
Proteomics and Metabolomics High-Throughput Technologies Novel Therapies: From Concept to Clinical Translation Clinical Interpretation of Precision Diagnostics and Response Monitoring Research Methodology & Biostatistics Elective – III:
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| Semester IV |
Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues of Precision Medicine Counselling and Communication Skills for Precision Medicine Journal Club, Assignment and Presentation (Case studies in precision medicine) Thesis/Research Project/Dissertation Report Evaluation (External) Internal Assessment Final Dissertation Presentation & Viva |
PO-1 Analyze Genomic Data: Gain expertise in utilizing genomic and bioinformatics tools to identify biomarkers for personalized therapies.
PO-2 Develop Tailored Treatments: Design and implement individualized therapeutic strategies for diverse patient populations.
PO-3 Integrate Technology in Medicine: Apply advanced computational tools to improve diagnostics, drug efficacy, and patient outcomes.
PO-4 Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of ethical, legal, and regulatory considerations in personalized medicine.
PO-5 Advance Research and Innovation: Contribute to the development of transformative healthcare solutions through cutting-edge research.
- Certification in Genomic Data Analysis: Focused training in analyzing and interpreting genomic data for clinical applications.
- Advanced Pharmacogenomics Certification: Specialized skills in optimizing drug therapies based on genetic profiles.
- Certification in Regulatory and Ethical Standards: Training in global compliance for precision medicine innovations.
- Entrepreneurship in Personalized Medicine: Preparation for launching startups in precision healthcare solutions.
- Quality Assurance in Personalized Therapeutics: Emphasis on ensuring safety and efficacy in personalized treatments.
- Ph.D. in Genomics, Bioinformatics, or Precision Medicine
- Fellowship in Clinical Pharmacogenomics or Genomic Medicine
- Postgraduate Diploma in Translational Medicine
- Advanced Certifications in Precision Oncology or AI in Medicine
| Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
| 0-3 years | Genomic Data Analyst, Clinical Research Associate | ₹6,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 per annum |
| 3-5 years | Precision Medicine Specialist, Pharmacogenomics Consultant | ₹9,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 per annum |
| 5-10 years | Clinical Genomics Manager, R&D Specialist in Personalized Therapies | ₹14,00,000 – ₹20,00,000 per annum |
| 10+ years | Director of Precision Medicine, Chief Innovation Officer in Healthcare | ₹20,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 175000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 35000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 17500 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 8750 ₹ |
