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BS Medical microbiology

Programme Duration

72 monthsProgramme duration

Starting Month

Oct-2021, Nov-2022, Sep-2023, Sep-2024, Dec-2024Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BS

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

1. Vision:

Global leader in health sciences academics and research for efficient and compassionate health Care.

2. Mission:

Khyber medical university aims to promote professional competence through learning and innovation for providing comprehensive quality health care to the nation.

3. Overview: This program was started in 2021. The mission of BS Microbiology is to produce skilled graduates by providing them quality education through diverse learning environment, by providing equipped laboratories and through internship and research programs under the supervision of highly qualified and experienced staff. Further, graduate program in microbiology will enable our graduates with skills in the areas of basic and applied microbiology. To meet this goal, we give them research based teaching necessary to meet the needs of advancements in microbiology.

4. Program Objectives :

To learn the microbiological concepts and applications of the knowledge in the diverse fields of Medical Microbiology, Infectious diseases, Immunology, and Molecular microbiology 

To explain the theoretical basis of the tools, technologies and methods common to microbiology 

To demonstrate practical skills in the use of tools, technologies and methods common to microbiology, and apply the scientific method and hypothesis testing in the design and execution of experiments

Core values :

Perform integrated interdisciplinary teaching and research with the highest level of ethics and professionalism, to meet the needs of stakeholders; and be responsive to changing global trends. 

Promote and defend the freedom of thought, academic enquiry, expression and association. 

Demonstrate sensitivity to student welfare and staff needs, and to practice environmental stewardship to the highest standards.

6. Core Activities :

The institute instructs in the biomedical sciences related to Medical Microbiology.  The institute trains Undergraduate students in Medical Microbiology in the four years’ degree program.  In addition, the institute also invests in preparing active future Medical Microbiologist, researchers and teachers.  It engages its students in activities ranging from optimization of laboratory protocols and animal handling to poster & oral presentations and critical reviews.  The institute arranges research days and conferences throughout the year, in which the new inductees are given an opportunity to develop an orientation regarding the core activities and structure of the department while the current students present their posters and critical reviews and receive feedback from the faculty members of different departments.  Furthermore, students assessed for their understanding and application of knowledge through both formative and summative assessments

Teaching and Learning Methods Students will experience a wide variety of teaching and learning methods from expert staff including tutorials, lectures, seminars, workshops, small group discussions, and problem-based learning, and laboratory sessions. As such the students will develop a wide range of skills useful in basic and applied environment. These skills will aid in teamwork, scientific exploration, and problem solving and identifying relevant laboratory protocols. 8. Assessment Methods Students will be assessed both formatively and summative. Throughout the year formative assessment in the form of class tests, presentations and assignments along with the feedback will be carried out. Summative assessment will include end of the course terminal exam featuring multiplechoice questions. The practical aspects will be assessed using viva and Objective structured Practical examination (OSPE). 9. Compulsory Courses The BS Medical Microbiology are required to undertake of Compulsory courses are Islamic Studies, Computer Application, English, Pak Studies and Mathematics. 10. Specialty Courses These courses are designed for the in-depth study of the Medical Microbiology The basic knowledge will be learned to a level to teach undergraduate. This part of the course with regular tutorials and laboratory sessions and taught by respective faculty. The related specialty courses of each specialty are mentioned in their corresponding sections.

Student Assessment Methods a. Class quiz to assess continuous learning process b. Terminal Examination to assess learning out comes c. Presentations to assess communication skills d. Assignments to assess writing skills 


 

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BS

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

1. Vision:

Global leader in health sciences academics and research for efficient and compassionate health Care.

2. Mission:

Khyber medical university aims to promote professional competence through learning and innovation for providing comprehensive quality health care to the nation.

3. Overview: This program was started in 2021. The mission of BS Microbiology is to produce skilled graduates by providing them quality education through diverse learning environment, by providing equipped laboratories and through internship and research programs under the supervision of highly qualified and experienced staff. Further, graduate program in microbiology will enable our graduates with skills in the areas of basic and applied microbiology. To meet this goal, we give them research based teaching necessary to meet the needs of advancements in microbiology.

4. Program Objectives :

To learn the microbiological concepts and applications of the knowledge in the diverse fields of Medical Microbiology, Infectious diseases, Immunology, and Molecular microbiology 

To explain the theoretical basis of the tools, technologies and methods common to microbiology 

To demonstrate practical skills in the use of tools, technologies and methods common to microbiology, and apply the scientific method and hypothesis testing in the design and execution of experiments

Core values :

Perform integrated interdisciplinary teaching and research with the highest level of ethics and professionalism, to meet the needs of stakeholders; and be responsive to changing global trends. 

Promote and defend the freedom of thought, academic enquiry, expression and association. 

Demonstrate sensitivity to student welfare and staff needs, and to practice environmental stewardship to the highest standards.

6. Core Activities :

The institute instructs in the biomedical sciences related to Medical Microbiology.  The institute trains Undergraduate students in Medical Microbiology in the four years’ degree program.  In addition, the institute also invests in preparing active future Medical Microbiologist, researchers and teachers.  It engages its students in activities ranging from optimization of laboratory protocols and animal handling to poster & oral presentations and critical reviews.  The institute arranges research days and conferences throughout the year, in which the new inductees are given an opportunity to develop an orientation regarding the core activities and structure of the department while the current students present their posters and critical reviews and receive feedback from the faculty members of different departments.  Furthermore, students assessed for their understanding and application of knowledge through both formative and summative assessments

Teaching and Learning Methods Students will experience a wide variety of teaching and learning methods from expert staff including tutorials, lectures, seminars, workshops, small group discussions, and problem-based learning, and laboratory sessions. As such the students will develop a wide range of skills useful in basic and applied environment. These skills will aid in teamwork, scientific exploration, and problem solving and identifying relevant laboratory protocols. 8. Assessment Methods Students will be assessed both formatively and summative. Throughout the year formative assessment in the form of class tests, presentations and assignments along with the feedback will be carried out. Summative assessment will include end of the course terminal exam featuring multiplechoice questions. The practical aspects will be assessed using viva and Objective structured Practical examination (OSPE). 9. Compulsory Courses The BS Medical Microbiology are required to undertake of Compulsory courses are Islamic Studies, Computer Application, English, Pak Studies and Mathematics. 10. Specialty Courses These courses are designed for the in-depth study of the Medical Microbiology The basic knowledge will be learned to a level to teach undergraduate. This part of the course with regular tutorials and laboratory sessions and taught by respective faculty. The related specialty courses of each specialty are mentioned in their corresponding sections.

Student Assessment Methods a. Class quiz to assess continuous learning process b. Terminal Examination to assess learning out comes c. Presentations to assess communication skills d. Assignments to assess writing skills 


 

Admission Requirements

60+
Students who qualify the CAT test are interviewed by the department. The final merit will be determined by combining the marks obtained in academic qualifications, the admission test, according to the university’s admission policy.

6 Years
Oct-2021
Nov-2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

Passing Centralized Admission Test (CAT)
4-6 years
Yes, research is included after completion of course work in this degree
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