Post M.Sc., Advanced Diploma in Molecular Diagnostics
The Post M. Sc., ADMD Programme
Early detection of pathogens and genetic defects is of prime concern to the medical community. As the conventional approach for detecting diseases, which is characterized by examining their unique morphologic, biochemical, immunologic features and karyotyping, is time consuming and labor intensive, “Molecular Diagnosis”, (demonstrating the presence of nucleotide sequences of the pathogen or the genetic disorder) is the need of the hour. Molecular Diagnosis will pave way for rapid and accurate identification of the disease and disease causing agents which in turn will lead to prompt and proper treatment of various life threatening diseases. Therefore a One Year Post M.Sc., Advanced Diploma Course in Molecular Diagnostics is envisaged to impart hands on training in the field of molecular diagnostics to candidates with life sciences background. This course would pave the way for human resource development for future employment in hospitals, clinical laboratories, biotechnological/ pharmaceutical industries, R&D institutions and academic institutions. This programme is unique in which the students would get intensive training in theoretical and experimental approaches in molecular diagnosis. The students will also carry out independent Project Work for one semester.
In the first semester, advanced theory papers (Fundamentals of Molecular Diagnostics and Methods and Applications of Molecular Diagnostics) and laboratory courses (LabI- Methods in Molecular Biology and Lab-II- Molecular Diagnostics) will be offered. In the second semester, the students will carry out independent full-time Project Work. The findings of the Project Work will be compiled by the student and submitted in the form of a Dissertation.
Eligibility:
A first class M. Sc., Degree in Life Sciences (Biotechnology, Botany, Zoology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genomic Sciences), Agriculture/Veterinary Sciences/ Fisheries Sciences / Pharmacy or M. Tech., in Biotechnology/Life Sciences or equivalent (Minimum marks for SC/ST candidates is 50%).
Mode of Selection:
Selection will be made based on the marks scored in the All India Level Entrance Examination and Reservation Policy stipulated by the Government of India. A total of 20 students will be selected each year.
Documents to be enclosed along with the filled in application form
- Copy of Statement of Mark(s) of Qualifying Degree
- Copy of Community Certificate ( for SC/ST/DNC/MBC/BC candidates only)
- A self addressed stamped (Rs. 5) envelope
General Information
Selected candidates will be intimated by post.
On receipt of the intimation of selection, the candidate should pay the fees immediately to the University in person for the I Semester or for the whole year and such other special fees prescribed by the University. Selected candidates who do not pay their fees within the time specified in the admission card will forfeit their seats. The selected candidates will have to submit the following to the Department at the time of joining.
a) Statement of Marks / Grade Certificates and Provisional / Degree certificate.
b) Conduct Certificate from the Head of the Institution last studied.
c) Transfer Certificate
d) Community Certificate in case of SC / ST / DNC / MBC / BC.
e) Certificate of Medical Fitness and such other Certificates, as may be required by the University
f ) Two stamp size colour photographs.
All admissions made are only provisional till the certificate / grade etc., submitted by the candidates are scrutinized and accepted. If any candidate is found to have got admission on false claims, the admission is liable to be cancelled without notice.
Course Organization and Scheme of evaluation
S.
No |
Code |
Name of the Course |
Credits |
Marks |
|
|
SEMESTER – I |
|
CIA |
ESE |
Total |
1. |
951101 |
Fundamentals of Molecular Diagnostics |
4 |
25 |
75 |
100 |
2. |
951102 |
Methods in Molecular Diagnostics |
4 |
25 |
75 |
100 |
3. |
951103 |
Lab I: Molecular Biology |
8 |
25 |
75 |
100 |
4. |
951104 |
Lab II: Molecular Diagnostics |
8 |
25 |
75 |
100 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
SEMESTER – II |
|
|
|
|
5. |
951201 |
Project Work |
24 |
400 |
400 |
|
|
Total |
48 |
|
800 |
Fees structure:
The Fee Structure for the One Year Post M. Sc., Advanced Diploma Course in Molecular Diagnostics (Regular) shall be as follows:
Fees Structure (July 2009 onwards)
S.No. |
Details Rs. |
1 |
Tuition fee including Guest lecture Fee |
2000 |
2 |
SPL Fees |
2000 |
3 |
Other Fees |
1000 |
Total |
5000 |
Other State Fee:
S.No. |
Details |
Rs. |
1 |
Candidates of all other State Universities |
200 |
Total |
200 |
Note:
- Only Tuition Fee is exempted for SC/ST Candidates and all other fees to be remitted by them.
- For Foreign Students – Double the Tuition Fees plus other Fees as applicable for all other candidates
Hostels:
- Lodging Fees payable to hostel – Rs 8,200/- Per annum for Male/ Female candidates.
- Boarding charges for every month will be collected under dividing system.
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REGISTRAR |