Medical Sciences
Medicine is a science of Uncertainty and an art of Probability.
– William Osler
The “Medical field” is one of the best, reputed and respected professional fields in India and abroad.
An MBBS degree is an undergraduate course for aspirants who want to fulfil their dream of becoming a doctor. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), is a professional degree in medical science. A person holding the MBBS degree becomes a certified medical practitioner.
About the course
A course in medicine requires students to learn and abide by the Hippocratic Oath for ethical conduct which says, that as a medical practitioner a person needs to practice arts and science of medicine honestly in all aspects i.e. patient care, teaching and research. Students holding a degree in medical and health science will get career opportunities from Hospitals, Private clinics in the healthcare sector. A medical and health science graduate can work with research centres, laboratories and Pharmaceuticals Industry.
Popular Courses in Medical Sciences
MBBS
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
MBBS is one of the most preferred courses amongst science aspirants after passing class 12th / PUC. Students who aspire to practice medicine or become surgeons will have to take up this course.
Duration: 5.5 years including One Year Internship
BDS
Bachelor of Dental Surgery
Candidates who aspire to follow the career path of orthodontist or prosthodontist take up this course. BDS is a foundation course for those who want to become practising dentists or dental surgeons.
Duration: 4.5 years
BAMS
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery is quite popular and many of the medical aspirants take up BAMS courses especially after the government started promoting AAYUSH and its benefits.
Duration: 5.5 years Including One Year Internship
BUMS
Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery
Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery is an another popular undergraduate degree programme in India in the field of Unani medicine and surgery. This degree covers the medical knowledge of the Unani system.
Duration: 5.5 years Including One Year Internship
BHMS
Bachelor of Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery
Since homoeopathic medicine is quite popular in India, pursuing the BHMS course is a good proposition for candidates who seek careers in the medical field. The course helps students how to heal patients by changing their surroundings in a natural and adaptable manner.
Duration: 5.5 years Including One Year Internship
BYNS
Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences
BYNS is another Medical undergraduate program, offered by SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences. The course is for those who are passionate about the natural methods of healing, like medicinal plants and controlled diet. The students will learn Biochemistry, Pathology, Microbiology, Naturopathic, Modern diagnosis, Yoga therapy, Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Duration: 5.5 years Including One Year Internship
Eligibility Criteria
For Undergraduate programme:
candidate must have passed PUC with Physics, Chemistry and Biology subjects, from a recognized board. Minimum aggregate marks required in PCB subjects- 50%.
Candidate must also have taken part in medical entrance examination organized by State or Central Government. Some of the well known entrance exam are- NEET UG, AIIMS Entrance, AIPMT, JIPMER, PGIMER and AFMC
Note: For the better prospect of your career you should have some skills like deep knowledge in the field, good diagnosing ability, responsibility, self-confidence, caring nature, counselling skill and good communication so as to interact with your patients.
Scope & Job Opportunities
Medical courses are in demand and fast growing. It is a hard working field but a reputed one also. The patients are being cured for 24×7. Career in MBBS & higher studies is very rewarding for the students, those interested in science and dealing with treating sick peoples.
There are good job and career opportunities for the students after getting the degree in medical as a doctor, Medical Professor, Medico Legal Advisor, Forensic Psychiatry, Public services, Govt Doctor, Own Clinic, Entrepreneurship. It is the professional field with 100% job placement. No one in the country, who has the MBBS degree and has no job.