M.Sc. Tropical Medicine
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Tropical Medicine program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is a postgraduate course designed to train students in diagnosing, managing, and preventing diseases prevalent in tropical regions. The program equips students with an understanding of the environmental, social, and biological determinants of tropical diseases and prepares them to develop effective strategies for disease control and health promotion.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum emphasizes parasitology, infectious disease management, vector control, and global health policies related to tropical diseases. Practical training, internships, and research projects enable students to contribute to healthcare organizations, research institutions, and global health initiatives. enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Tropical Medicine along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
A B.Sc. degree in Life Sciences, Microbiology, Public Health, or an equivalent field with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Tropical Medicine curriculum spans 4 semesters, combining rigorous academic training with practical exposure. The final semester includes a project and internship to provide hands-on experience in tropical medicine.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Fundamentals of Tropical Medicine, Epidemiology of Tropical Diseases, Basics of Parasitology, Environmental and Social Determinants of Health, Practical: Diagnosis of Tropical Diseases |
Semester 2 | Vector-Borne Diseases, Microbiology of Tropical Infections, Global Health Policies in Tropical Medicine, Research Methodology, Practical: Vector Surveillance and Control |
Semester 3 | Clinical Management of Tropical Diseases, Drug Resistance and Antimicrobial Strategies, Public Health Interventions in Tropical Medicine, Program Monitoring and Evaluation, Practical: Case Studies and Program Implementation |
Semester 4 | Thesis/Research Project: Independent research on a tropical medicine topic. |
Internship: Practical exposure in tropical medicine research, public health programs, or global health organizations focusing on disease prevention and control. |
- Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Diseases: Proficiency in identifying and managing diseases such as malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and leishmaniasis.
- Epidemiological Skills: Expertise in tracking and analyzing the spread of tropical diseases.
- Vector Control and Prevention: Knowledge of strategies to reduce the impact of vector-borne diseases.
- Policy and Program Development: Ability to contribute to the development of health policies targeting tropical diseases.
- Research and Data Analysis: Skills in conducting research and analyzing data related to tropical diseases.
- Global Health Perspective: Insights into global initiatives for controlling tropical diseases.
- Certification in Vector-Borne Disease Control: Specialized training in surveillance and control of disease vectors.
- Certification in Parasitology and Tropical Disease Diagnosis: Advanced knowledge of parasitic infections and diagnostic techniques.
- Certification in Global Health and Tropical Disease Policy: Focus on international policies for tropical disease management.
- Certification in Drug Resistance and Antimicrobial Strategies: Training to address antimicrobial resistance in tropical diseases.
- Certification in Community-Based Tropical Disease Interventions: Skills in implementing public health programs in affected regions.
- Ph.D. in Tropical Medicine or Infectious Diseases.
- Fellowship in Global Health and Disease Control.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Vector-Borne Diseases.
- Advanced certifications in Epidemiology of Tropical Diseases or Public Health Interventions.
Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
0-3 years | Tropical Disease Specialist, Research Associate, Public Health Analyst | ₹5,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum |
3-5 years | Clinical Specialist, Program Manager for Disease Control, Epidemiologist | ₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
5-10 years | Research Scientist, Global Health Consultant, Disease Control Policy Advisor | ₹12,00,000 – ₹18,00,000 per annum |
10+ years | Director of Tropical Medicine Programs, Chief Public Health Officer | ₹18,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 125000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 25000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 12500 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 6250 ₹ |
