B.SC. MEDICAL Course

BSc Medical is an undergraduate course, the duration of which is 3 years duration. It involves the study of Sciences like Zoology, Botany, Chemistry and allied Medical Technology.

To be considered eligible to seek admission to this course, candidates must have secured an aggregate of at least 50% marks in Class 12 in Science Stream. 

Admission to this course will be done either on the basis of the candidate's performance in the entrance test or on the basis of performance in the qualifying examination.

BSc Medical degree holders will be able to find work in various sectors such as Pharmaceutical Companies, Hospitals, Healthcare Centers, Medical Camps, Diagnostic Centers & Services, Pathology Laboratories, Academic institutes, Simulation centers, Research & Development centers, IT in Medical Technology, Entrepreneurship etc.

They may also serve as Medical Technologist, Lab Assistant, Test Supervisor etc. Graduates have the opportunity to work in India or Abroad to pursue graduate studies, and to get involved in research activities.

BSc Medical Syllabus

The duration of this course is 3 years which is divided into six semesters. The year-wise syllabus of BSc in Medical program is mentioned below:

BSc Medical Admission Process 

BSc Medical admissions are done through entrance examination mode or direct admission. The step by step process to get admitted through entrance examinations is given below.

Entrance Exam Based Admission

• Universities/Colleges that conduct entrance examinations, usually require candidates to apply and download the required Admit Card/Hall Ticket for the specified entrance exams and attempt the examination on the stipulated date and time
• Once the University/College releases the respective results of the entrance exam, merit lists for the same will be released, containing the names of the candidates along with the marks and ranks they secured.
• All admissions to the programs are based on the scores obtained in the entrance exams.
• Selected candidates need to then send their documents for verification.

Direct Admission

• Candidates should fill the application form of the college and select the course BSc in Medical
• Since the admission is on the basis of scores of 10+2, candidates should perform well in their Higher Secondary Examinations
• After paying the application fees and submitting the application form, college releases the cut-off list and list of candidates selected
• Candidates need to then send their documents for verification. 

BSc Medical Eligibility 

Candidates who wish to pursue BSc Medical need to have completed the below-mentioned eligibility criteria:

• Must have completed 10+2 from a recognized board with a minimum aggregate of 50%.
• For SC/ST/OBC students, the minimum marks requirement is 45%.
• Students passing 10+2 should have studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology as their main subjects.
• Candidates should be at least 17 years of age.

BSc Medical Entrance Exams

Some of the Top BSc Medical Entrance Exams are:

• CUCET: This exam is conducted by the Chandigarh University for students seeking admissions to the various courses offered at the institute. It is conducted online in three phases. Students can apply online as well as offline. 

• PU CET: This examination is conducted by the Panjab University for students seeking admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Students are required to apply online and the exam is conducted offline at the various University centres. 

BSc Medical Job Profiles And Career Prospects

There are a large number of job options available to BSc Medical degree holders. Some of the prominent ones are given below: 

• On completion of this degree, students can work in pharmaceutical, medical, hospitals, nursing homes, medical camps or school and college laboratories. 
• There are a large number of private and government organizations which offer jobs to BSc Medical students. 

BSc Medical Future Scope

After completion of the BSc Medical program students can choose from a variety of options like pursuing further studies or looking for jobs in areas like teaching, laboratory work and scientific research.

• Higher Studies: Students can pursue higher studies in the subject that they have studied and are most interested in. For example, MSc in Zoology, MSc in Chemistry or MSc in Botany, MSc Medical Anatomy etc. .
• Research Work: Students interested in academic and scientific research can work with research teams at the institutes or prepare research projects of their own. Research grants are sanctioned for projects that show impressive progress.
• Certification/Diploma Courses: Certification or short-term diploma courses like a Medical Assistant Diploma can give one the required qualifications to start working in medical jobs.
• Jobs: After completing the course, the options include becoming a school teacher, a lab technologist or a medical lab assistant. Jobs specific to areas of study can also be taken up like Botanist, Zoologist or a Biochemist
• Internships: Some institutes give the students opportunities to pursue internships along with studying the course. Internships can help the students with learning more about their field and earn the experience that may be required at the successive job.

BSc Medical FAQs

Some of the most frequently asked questions pertaining to BSc Medical program are as follows: 

Ques. Is there an age limit for applying to a BSc Medical course?

Ans.  There is no upper age limit for applying to the course but the students must be at least 17 years of age.

Ques. Are BSc Medical subjects too tough?

Ans.  If the student is passionate about learning and has a keen interest in learning the subject, it wouldn’t be tough to pursue the course. It just comes down to the individual's efforts and interests.

Ques. What are the additional compulsory subjects that are included in the BSc Medical curriculum in Panjab university affiliated colleges?

Ans.  Students of the Panjab University affiliated colleges require students to study Environmental Science, English Compulsory and Punjabi/History and Culture of Punjab, as additional compulsory subjects of the course.

Ques. Can students opt for Honours in BSc Medical?

Ans.  Yes, some institutes provide the option of pursuing Honours in one of the three elective subjects third semester onwards.

Ques. Can students work with government funded research projects after completion of this course?

Ans.  Yes, students can join government funded research projects as academic or scientific researchers after completing BSc Medical course. 

Ques. Which institutes in Himachal Pradesh offer BSc Medical course?

Ans.  St Bede's College, Shimla, Eternal University, Sirmaur and  Baddi University offer this course in Himachal Pradesh. 

Ques. What is the application fee for applying to the CUCET entrance exam?

Ans.  The application fee for applying to CUCET, conducted by the Chandigarh University is INR1000.

Ques. Do the colleges offering the course provide scholarships to students?

Ans.  Yes, institutes offer scholarships based reservation guidelines, based on merit and financial situations of the students. Some institutes also assist the students in availing educational loans.

Ques. Have the entrance exams been cancelled due to covid-19?

Ans.  Due to the pandemic, many entrance exams have either been postponed, cancelled or are being conducted in the online mode.

Ques. Is it better to pursue higher studies or start a career after a BSc Medical course?

Ans.  For the candidates who wish to solidify their knowledge and abilities, it is better to pursue higher studies such as a Master’s degree and later on PhD. On the other hand, candidates who are ready to work should take up job opportunities.