M.Sc. Medical Microbiology
This Course Structure is Curated as per the NEP-2020 Guidelines
Course Overview
The M.Sc. Medical Microbiology program at Malla Reddy Vishwavidyapeeth, Hyderabad, is designed to provide advanced knowledge in the study of microorganisms and their role in human health and disease. This postgraduate program focuses on medical microbiology, including bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and molecular diagnostics. Students will gain in-depth knowledge about the pathogenesis of infectious diseases, microbiological diagnostic techniques, antimicrobial resistance, and infection control.
This program focuses on equipping students with the theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills from 1st semester itself. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical training in microbiological laboratory techniques, microbial genetics, and epidemiology. Students will learn to isolate, identify, and characterize pathogens, as well as analyze and interpret microbiological data in clinical settings. This program prepares students for roles in medical diagnostics, research, and public health.
Graduates of this program emerge as ‘Skilled Medical Microbiologists’, enabling them to pursue further higher studies & do research in Medical Microbiology along with plenty of job opportunities globally in clinical microbiology labs, hospitals, research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and public health organizations, contributing significantly to disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Course Details
Description: 2 Years Degree Program
No. of Credits: 80 minimum and as specified
Academic Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in B.Sc. Microbiology, B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology, B.Sc. Life Sciences, BDS, MBBS or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
The M.Sc. Medical Microbiology program spans 4 semesters, combining theoretical coursework with practical laboratory training and research.
Semester | Subjects |
Semester 1 | General Microbiology, Microbial Physiology, Medical Bacteriology, Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology, Research Methodology, Biostatistics |
Semester 2 | Clinical Bacteriology, Immunology, Medical Mycology, Virology, Infection Control and Sterilization, Diagnostic Microbiology |
Semester 3 | Medical Parasitology, Molecular Microbiology, Antimicrobial Therapy, Pathogenic Microorganisms, Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases, Microbial Genetics |
Semester 4 | Advanced Clinical Microbiology, Hospital Infection Control, Project/Dissertation Work, Research in Infectious Diseases, Elective in Specialized Areas (e.g., Virology, Mycology) |
- Microbial Identification: Expertise in identifying and characterizing pathogenic microorganisms using traditional and molecular techniques.
- Infection Control: Knowledge of infection control measures in healthcare settings, including sterilization, disinfection, and aseptic techniques.
- Diagnostic Microbiology: Skills in using microbiological tests and equipment such as PCR, ELISA, culture techniques, and automated systems for pathogen detection.
- Molecular Diagnostics: Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including PCR, gene sequencing, and microbial genetic analysis.
- Research and Data Analysis: Ability to conduct research in microbiology, analyze data, and contribute to scientific publications in infectious diseases.
- Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): Understanding the mechanisms of resistance in microorganisms and their implications for treatment strategies.
- Clinical Microbiology Certification: Specialized programs for training in clinical diagnostics, microbiological assays, and infection control in healthcare settings.
- Molecular Microbiology: Advanced programs in the application of molecular techniques for diagnosing infections and studying pathogen genomics.
- Antimicrobial Stewardship: Training in the management of antimicrobial use in healthcare settings to combat resistance.
- Epidemiology and Public Health: Courses that focus on the spread of infectious diseases and the role of microbiology in public health.
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology: Programs designed to train students for careers in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in vaccine development and quality control.
- Ph.D. in Microbiology or Infectious Diseases
- Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Research
- M.Sc. in Virology or Immunology
- M.B.A. in Healthcare Management
- Postgraduate Courses in Epidemiology
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Duration |
Roles and Responsibilities |
Salary Range |
|
0-3 years |
Medical Laboratory Technologist, Research Assistant, Microbiologist |
₹3,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 per annum |
|
3-5 years |
Senior Microbiologist, Clinical Researcher, Infection Control Specialist |
₹5,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum |
|
5-10 years |
Clinical Microbiologist, Laboratory Supervisor, Virology Expert |
₹8,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 per annum |
|
10+ years |
Senior Research Scientist, Consultant Microbiologist, Director of Microbiology Department |
₹12,00,000 – ₹20,00,000+ per annum |
Fee Structure Per Academic Year
| Tuition Fee | Miscellaneous Fee | Scholarship | ||
| 200000 ₹ | 10000 ₹ | Above 90% – 40000 ₹ | Between 80-90% – 20000 ₹ | Between 70-80% – 10000 ₹ |
