Physiology is seen as one of the essential basic biomedical sciences that focus on the process of regulating and controlling the important properties of living system. Master of Science in (Medical) Physiology is a PG course in the faculty of medicine offered by medical colleges in India and the list of government medical colleges offering this course in India is given below:

Andhra Pradesh:

• Kunrool Medical College, Kurnool

Gujarat:

• B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad

• Medical College, Baroda

Rajasthan:

• SMS Medical College, Jaipur

Course duration and course content:

The duration of M. Sc Physiology course is normally three years and the course content is broadly classified into subjects like anatomy theory, gross anatomy, histology, embryology, molecular physiology and basic biochemistry theory inclusive of molecular biology. Even some institutions offer this course as a two-year PG degree course.

Eligibility for seeking admission to the M. Sc Physiology course:

For seeking admission to the M. Sc Physiology course, candidates must have completed their Bachelor’s degree in science stream with subjects like chemistry, microbiology, botany, zoology and physiology and must have secured not less than 60% of marks. Candidates should also have secured the same minimum percentage of marks in their 10+2 level as well. Admission is purely based on the merit secured by the students in any of the aforesaid Bachelor’s degree courses.

Potential of M. Sc Physiology course:

M. Sc Physiology course can offer a solid foundation of training to the students in the latest techniques, experiments and concepts in the field of physiology. Candidates, who have completed their M. Sc physiology course can enter into Ph. D programme.

Career Path for M. Sc Physiology graduates:

Career opportunities available for M. Sc Physiology graduates is as diverse as the course itself since the course offers foundation for a number of programmes that offer training in the health sciences.

Career Options available for M. Sc Physiology graduates:

M. Sc Physiology graduates can find employment opportunities with the following job titles in the field of medicine:

• Psychologist

• Pathology Technician

• Research Specialist

• Public health worker

• Occupational therapist

• Lab technician

• Brewery technician

• Food technologist

• Health economics specialist

• CSIRO Researcher

• Forensic Scientists

• Nutritionist/Dietician

• Biomedical engineer

• Biochemist

These professionals can also find job opportunities in the following industries since the course offers a wide range of knowledge to the students:

• Epidomology

• Health informatics

• Nursing

• Paramedics