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Masters In Medical Laboratory Sciences (Microbiology)

program-details

CT University,Ludhiana is now offering M.Sc. MLS in microbiology which is a two-year postgraduate program that generally emphasises not only on medical but also on
diagnostic microbiology. Further, it also equips students with the theoretical knowledge along with some technical expertise required for identification, cultivation, and
analysis of pathogens relevant to human health. The course includes bacteriology, virology, parasitology, mycology, immunology, and molecular microbiology, integrated with some clinical applications.

Industry Immersion

  • Clinical internships at hospitals and diagnostic centers
  • Training in NABL-accredited microbiology laboratories

eligibility criteria

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT)
  • Minimum 50% aggregate marks in MLT Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT)

Admission criteria

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT)
  • Minimum 50% aggregate marks in MLT Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT)

Duration

2 Years

related program

curriculum

minor

    1. Hospital Infection Control 
    2. Molecular Diagnostics
    3. Antimicrobial Resistance
       

Open Minor

    1. Medical Ethics
    2. Biostatistics
    3. Bioinformatics

Industry Interface

  • MOUs with clinical labs, diagnostic companies, and hospitals

Study Abroad

  • Short-term summer programs and collaborative research exchange

CORPORATE JOBS

    1. Clinical Microbiologist
    2. Diagnostic Lab Manager (Microbiology)
    3. Quality Control Analyst in biotech/pharma companies
    4. Technical Application Specialist (IVD companies)

government JOBS

    1. Microbiologist in Public Health Labs (ICMR, AIIMS, NCDC)
    2. Food and Drug Labs, Environmental Health, Forensics
    3. Teaching and Technical roles in govt. medical colleges and labs

higher studies

    1. Ph.D. in Microbiology/Infectious Diseases
    2. Specialized PG Diploma in Epidemiology, Virology, etc.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

    1. Establish own diagnostic microbiology lab
    2. Infection control consultancy

RESEARCH

    1. Biomedical research centers
    2. Clinical trials and translational research units
    3. WHO, CDC, and public health surveillance projects

MASTERS ABROAD

    1. M.Phil. in Infection Biology, Medical Microbiology
    2. MS in Public Health or Infectious Disease from institutions in UK/US/EU

fees

Details

Amount

Programme Fees (per Semester)

₹60000

Examination Fees

₹3000

International Programme Fees (per Year)

Not Applicable

Programme Outcomes

  • Apply advanced microbiological techniques in diagnosis, surveillance, and research.
  • Ensure biosafety and quality assurance in microbiology laboratories.
  • Interpret laboratory findings to aid in clinical decision-making.
  • Communicate effectively in interdisciplinary healthcare environments.
  • Conduct scientific investigations and research with ethical responsibility.

Programme Specific Outcomes

  • Demonstrate expertise in identifying and classifying medically important microorganisms.
  • Perform microbial culture, staining, biochemical testing, antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
  • Utilize molecular tools for pathogen detection and epidemiology.
  • Implement infection control and hospital hygiene practices.
  • Design and conduct microbiological research projects relevant to public health.

Salient Features

  • Comprehensive clinical microbiology training
  • State-of-the-art lab infrastructure for diagnostics and research
  • Integrated modules on molecular diagnostics and emerging pathogens
  • Research opportunities with guidance for publications
  • Strong industry and hospital partnerships