The Program is introduced in Pakistan, keeping in view the emerging viral diseases and their deadly outbreaks during the last couple of decades. Understanding molecular aspect of these viral infections is the greatest challenges faced by the scientists/researchers these days. The program will enable students to cope with the rapid advancement in the field of Virology and Molecular Pathology and it will also help them addressing the interactions of the viral and pathological human diseases through focused research projects.
Career Prospects
The program aims to generate human resource of molecular pathologists in the field of Virology who can contribute to the society by serving in the prestigious academic and research institutes around the globe. There is a huge demand of these professionals in the vaccine, pharmaceutical, research laboratories, university circle and health care industry within as well as outside Pakistan where they can pursue their careers.
Program Facts
Program Duration
3-5 Years (Credit Hours 48)
Timing
Morning 08:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs (Monday – Friday)
Entry Requirements
18 Years of Education in relevant field or Equivalent qualification with at least 1st Division Minimum 60% Marks in annual system and 3.00 CGPA (Out of 4.00)
M.Phil in Medical Lab Sciences (MLS) (2 Years)
M.Phil/MS in Biological Sciences (2 Years)
Location
Defence Road Campus, Lahore.
Recognized By
Higher Education Commission