BHMS stands for Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery. After BHMS, both Masters Level as well as doctorate level of studies is possible. Professionals with higher academic qualifications are more in demand. Many courses are there, which have diverse areas of specializations. These courses also improve the knowledge base of the candidates in homeopathy.

Some of the courses offered are:

• Master of science in psychiatry
• Master of science in endocrinology
• Master of science in regenerative medicine
• Doctor of medicine in homeopathy
• Doctor of medicine in pediatrics
• Doctor of medicine in repertory
• Doctor of medicine in Hom-Organon of medicine
• Doctor of medicine in Hom-pharmacy
• Doctor of medicine in Hom-practise of medicine.
• Doctor of medicine in homeopathic philosophy and organon
• Doctor of medicine in homeopathy-materia medica
• Doctor of medicine in homeopathy –Psychiatry

Qualification criteria for higher studies option in homeopathic studies

Those candidates who have completed their bachelor’s degree are qualified to give the post graduate exam for admission into PG courses in homeopathy. The candidates need to be citizens of India and not more than 45 years of age. The bachelor’s degree should be approved by the central council of homeopathy. They should also have a medical council registration certificate. Also, final year BHMS candidates can apply.

Career opportunities after higher studies in homeopathic studies

Candidates will have better career growth after completing their higher studies. Better salary structure and a promising career are some of the highlights after completing one’s masters in homeopathic studies. There are excellent career prospects after doing post graduation in Homeopathic studies. Many universities and institutes recruit PG students as they are more knowledgeable and well versed with the subject. Many government institutes take Post Graduate degree holders. Some of the positions are:

• Government homeopathic medical officers
• Homeopathic lecturer, reader and professor
• Homeopathic pharmacist

The salary for these positions ranges from Rs.15,000 -29,000/- per month.

Apart from this, one can also find employment in private clinics and institutes. The scale of pay in private hospitals is more than in government hospitals. PG doctors in homeopathy typically get between Rs. 15,000 -30,000/- per month.

Also, if one wishes to set up his/her own clinic, then there is no limit to the amount of money that can be earned.

One can also find employment abroad. There are many avenues for doing excellent research in developed countries like the UK. Also, there is a considerable shift in the salaries offered in these countries. Typically the salary difference is more than 5 times.