M.Sc. Infectious Diseases
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Infectious Diseases program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is designed to provide advanced knowledge and practical expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases. This postgraduate program focuses on the study of microbial pathogens, epidemiology, immunology, and antimicrobial resistance, all crucial to addressing global health challenges.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including microbiology, virology, immunology, infectious disease diagnostics, public health, and the latest therapeutic approaches to managing infections. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratory techniques, research methodologies, and developing strategies for controlling and preventing infectious outbreaks.
Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Infectious Disease Specialists, Epidemiologists, or Microbiologists’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Infectious Disease Management, Epidemiology, and Microbiology, along with plenty of job opportunities globally.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
The minimum eligibility is a B.Sc. degree in Microbiology, Immunology, Biotechnology, Public Health or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Infectious Diseases curriculum provides advanced training in microbiology, epidemiology, immunology, diagnostics, infectious disease prevention, and outbreak management. This program prepares students for roles in public health organizations, hospitals, diagnostic labs, research institutions, and NGOs focused on infectious disease control.
Semester | Name of the Subject |
Semester 1 | Fundamentals of Infectious Diseases, Microbiology and Pathogenesis, Immunology of Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology and Disease Surveillance, Practical: Microbial Culture and Identification |
Semester 2 | Diagnostics and Laboratory Techniques, Antimicrobial Therapy and Resistance, Public Health Strategies for Disease Control, Zoonotic and Vector-Borne Diseases, Practical: Diagnostic Techniques and Antimicrobial Testing |
Semester 3 | Outbreak Investigation and Management, Vaccine Development and Immunization, Research Methodology, Emerging Infectious Diseases and Global Health, Practical: Outbreak Simulation and Data Analysis |
Semester 4 | Infectious Disease Unit Management, Legal and Ethical Issues in Infectious Disease Control, Thesis/Research Project, Practical: Field Data Collection and Compliance in Disease Control |
- Disease Surveillance and Epidemiology: Proficiency in tracking infectious disease patterns, surveillance, and epidemiological analysis.
- Diagnostics and Laboratory Techniques: Skills in microbial culture, pathogen identification, PCR, and other diagnostic techniques.
- Antimicrobial Therapy and Resistance Management: Knowledge of antibiotics, antiviral treatments, resistance mechanisms, and resistance control.
- Outbreak Investigation and Management: Expertise in identifying, managing, and containing infectious disease outbreaks in various settings.
- Public Health and Immunization Strategies: Understanding of vaccination programs, public health initiatives, and preventive measures in infectious diseases.
- Infectious Disease Unit Management: Skills in managing disease control units, coordinating resources, and adhering to legal and ethical standards.
- Certification in Disease Surveillance and Epidemiology: Training in tracking disease patterns, epidemiological methods, and data analysis.
- Diagnostic Microbiology Certification: Focuses on diagnostic methods, including PCR, microbial culture, and pathogen identification.
- Antimicrobial Resistance Management Certification: Covers strategies to monitor and control antimicrobial resistance in healthcare settings.
- Outbreak Management Certification: Training in outbreak containment, contact tracing, and field investigation techniques.
- Public Health Immunization and Vaccine Policy Certification: Provides skills in vaccine policy development, immunization strategies, and public health initiatives.
- Ph.D. in Infectious Diseases or Epidemiology
- Fellowship in Clinical Microbiology or Public Health Epidemiology
- Postgraduate Diploma in Global Health
- Advanced Certifications in Vaccinology or Public Health Policy
Duration | Roles and Responsibilities | Salary Range |
0-3 years | Infectious Disease Technician, Epidemiology Analyst | ₹5,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum |
3-5 years | Senior Epidemiologist, Public Health Disease Specialist | ₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
5-10 years | Disease Control Unit Manager, Antimicrobial Resistance Specialist | ₹12,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 per annum |
10+ years | Director of Infectious Disease Programs, Chief Epidemiologist | ₹15,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 150000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 30000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 15000 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 7500 ₹ |
