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AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES, KOCHI

Health Sciences Campus
AMRITA SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
M.Sc. ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

PROSPECTUS
2024-2025

Amrita School of Medicine

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
AIMS-Ponekkara P.O., Kochi – 682 041.Kerala, India
Ph: 0484 – 2858153 | 2856147 | 2858167 | 2858349
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.amrita.edu/admissions
 OUR CHANCELLOR
HER HOLINESS SRI MATA AMRITANANDAMAYI
DEVI

OUR
GUIDING LIGHT AND INSPIRATION

-AMMA
 AMRITA CENTRE FOR ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

The healthcare system in the country is unable to meet the needs of the population because of
many factors, the most prominent one being the acute shortage of trained healthcare service
providers. Availability of human resources at all levels of the healthcare system is integral in
moving towards the larger goal of Universal Health Coverage for India. Allied health professionals
include individuals involved with the delivery of health or related services, with expertise in
therapeutic, diagnostic, curative, preventive and/or rehabilitative interventions. They work in
interdisciplinary health teams including physicians, nurses and public health officials to promote,
protect, treat and/ or manage a person(‘s) physical, mental, social, emotional, environmental health
and holistic wellbeing. In the past decade, a fundamental shift has occurred in healthcare delivery,
largely due to advances in science and technology. It is now more evident than at any time in the
past, that health care delivery is no longer a prerogative of physicians and nurses. It is more of a
team effort, drawing expertise of both clinicians and non-clinicians. These professionals or health-
service providers have been collectively termed as Allied Health Professionals (AHPs). AHPs are
key to health-sector reforms in India, especially given the shortage of doctors and nurses in semi-
urban and rural areas of the country. There is a huge dearth of trained technologists/technicians in
the system; advancement in technology in recent time demands trained individuals who could
provide reliable results in conjunction with patient safety. Allied health professionals are defined
and interpreted differently across the globe. They have a critical role and are the support pillars of
the healthcare team. There are many professionals who are trained to handle specific health
problems and provide services in their area of expertise through comprehensive assessment,
diagnosis and/or treatment to promote recovery and improve quality of life. Amrita Centre for
Allied Health Sciences has a distinguished history of teaching Allied Health professionals the
latest, most advanced medical and surgical practices. Amrita, in fact, has been training allied
health professionals from throughout the country for over 20 years.

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PROGRAMS OFFERED

M.Sc. Allied Health Sciences

1. M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology

2. M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Food Science
3. M.Sc. Deglutology & Swallowing Disorders
4. M.Sc. Diabetes Sciences
5. M.Sc. Dialysis Therapy
6. M.Sc. Emergency Medical Technology
7. M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (Biochemistry)
8. M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (Microbiology)
9. M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (Pathology)
10. M.Sc. Neuro Electro Physiology
11. M.Sc. Physician Assistant (Medical Oncology)
12. M.Sc. Respiratory Therapy (Specialization in Adult and Paediatric)
13. Master of Physician Associate (Cardiovascular & Thoracic Sciences)
14. Master of Physician Associate Studies (Cardiac Sciences)
15. Master of Physician Associate Studies (Digestive Sciences - Medical)
16. Master of Physician Associate Studies (Digestive Sciences – Surgical)
17. Master of Physician Associate Studies (Endocrine Sciences)
18. Master of Physician Associate Studies (Radiation Oncology Technology)
19. Master of Physician Associate Studies (Uro Sciences)

IMPORTANT

The admission activities to M.Sc. Allied Health Sciences is through the Admission Office presided
by the Chairman – Admissions, Amrita Healthcare Campus, Kochi. Management of the AMRITA
VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM reserves the right to change any of the conditions enumerated
herein for the purpose of complying with any of the regulations of the University Grants
Commission (UGC) or any other competent authorities.

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 1. ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION

Sl.
Course Duration Eligibility
No

Pass in B.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology

1 M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology 2 Years
(3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

B.Sc. in
a) Food and Nutrition
b) Human Nutrition
c) Applied Nutrition
d) Nutrition and Dietetics
e) Home Science
2 M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Food Science 2 Years f) Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics
g) Food Science and Quality control
h) Food Service Management and Dietetics
i) B.Sc. in Life Sciences (Food Science Only)
j) B.Sc. Family & Community Science
k) PG Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics
l) PG Diploma in Clinical Nutrition

Bachelor of Audiology and Speech Language Pathology

3 M.Sc. Deglutology & Swallowing Disorders 2 Years
(BASLP)

Pass in B.Sc. Diabetes Sciences

4 M.Sc. Diabetes Sciences 2 Years
(3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

Pass in B.Sc. Dialysis Therapy

5 M.Sc. Dialysis Therapy 2 Years
(3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

Pass in B.Sc. Emergency Medical Technology, B.Sc.

Respiratory Therapy, B.Sc. Physician Assistant, B.Sc.
6 M.Sc. Emergency Medical Technology 2 Years
Anaesthesia Technology.
(3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology Pass in B.Sc. MLT

7 2 Years
(Biochemistry) (4 Years. Regular course only)

M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology Pass in B.Sc. MLT

8 2 Years
(Microbiology) (4 Years. Regular course only)

M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology Pass in B.Sc. MLT

9 2 Years
(Pathology) (4 Years. Regular course only)

B.Sc. Neuro Electro Physiology

10 M.Sc. Neuro Electro Physiology 2 Years
(3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant

11 M.Sc. Physician Assistant (Medical Oncology) 2 Years
(3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

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 M.Sc. Respiratory Therapy (Specialization in B.Sc. Respiratory Therapy
12 2 Years
Adult and Paediatric) (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)

Master of Physician Associate Studies Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant

13 2 Years (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)
(Cardiac Sciences)

Master of Physician Associate Studies Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant

14 2 Years (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)
(Digestive Sciences - Medical)
Master of Physician Associate Studies Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant
15 2 Years (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)
(Digestive Sciences – Surgical)

Master of Physician Associate Studies Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant

16 2 Years (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)
(Endocrine Sciences)

Master of Physician Associate Studies Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant

17 2 Years (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)
(Radiation Oncology Technology)
Master of Physician Associate Studies Pass in B.Sc. Physician Assistant
18 2 Years
(Uro Sciences) (3 years + one year Internship: regular course only)
Master of Physician Associate (Cardiovascular Pass in BSc Physician Assistant
19 2 Years
& Thoracic Sciences) (3 years + one year Internship; regular course only)

Selection: For all specialties, selection for candidates will be based on the marks obtained in
respective UG examination and Personal Interview. Allotment of seats for the shortlisted candidate
will be based on the performance in the counseling/interview.
1. How to apply?
Candidates can apply online by visiting the link: www.applypg.amrita.edu

Important Dates

Commencement of Online Registration March 2024

Last Date of Online Registration May 2024

Mode of Entrance Selection

Offline/ Online Interview

2. PROXY REPORTING FOR ADMISSION

Reporting for admission by proxy is not permitted. Admission of the allotted candidates who do
not report to the Admission Office, Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi shall stand cancelled.
In extremely exceptional cases, where the candidate is unable to report physically due to illness
for attending admission procedure, Chairman – Admissions at his sole discretion may permit
candidate's father, mother to attend counselling on behalf of the candidate on the basis of a written
request. Also specific authorization from the candidate with relevant Medical Certificate from a
Medical Officer not below the rank of a Civil Surgeon or a Clinical Associate Professor of a
Medical College should be submitted at the time of reporting for admission.
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 3. VERIFICATION OF DOCUMENTS

 All admissions/allotments are subject to verification of the original certificates and

documents submitted by the candidates. The decision of the Chairman - Admissions
regarding the eligibility of applicants shall be final.

 If at any time before or after admission it is found that the candidate does not meet the
eligibility requirement, seat will be denied to him/her. Therefore, it is the sole responsibility
of the candidates to ensure that he/she meets all the eligibility requirements.

 At the time of reporting for Admission to Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi,
candidates should be accompanied either by their parent or spouse and should produce the
following documents / certificates in Original along with one set of photocopies.
Admission forms must be downloaded from website
www.amrita.edu/admissions & these documents / forms duly filled by candidate and
needs to be submitted at the time of reporting for admission as per the scheduled date
published in the website.

4. DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED FOR M.Sc. ALLIED HEALTH

SCIENCES PROGRAM
a) A document to prove the Date of Birth (SSLC or Birth Certificate)

b) Transfer Certificate & Character and Conduct Certificate from the Head of the
Institution last studied
c) Migration certificate from the University from where the candidate secured last degree
d) Relieving letter / NOC from the previous employer, whichever is applicable

e) Two copies of Aadhaar Card and PAN Card of the candidate

f) Recent passport size close-up colour photographs of face - 8 Nos

g) Physically Handicapped Certificate (if applicable)

h) Caste Certificate (if applicable)

i) Medical Certificate for physical fitness and mental soundness from a medical officer
(Government Hospital / Government Medical College) not below the rank of Civil
Surgeon or a Clinical Associate Professor of a Medical College (as per the format
prescribed in Amrita website

NOTE:
1) THE ABOVE CERTIFICATES IN ORIGINALS ARE MANDATORY.

2) CANDIDATES COMING FOR ADMISSIONS / COUNSELING WITH INCOMPLETE LIST OF THE ABOVE
DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ATTEND THE ADMISSION PROCEDURE AND WILL BE
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*All the certificates submitted are subjected to scrutiny. In case of any fake/bogus/false
information, the admission office will initiate the same to the concerned department to cancel the
enrollment process. During this course of action, if the college suffers any damages/ loss of
reputation due to vacancy, Amrita reserves the right to claim liquidated damages from the
candidate.

5. ANNUAL FEES

Annual Tuition Fees

Sl. Approve Scholarshi Non-
Course NRI
No d Seat p Scholarship
(in USD)
(in INR) (in INR)

1 M.Sc. Cardiovascular Technology 4 50,000 80,000 5,000

2 M.Sc. Clinical Nutrition and Food Science 10 80,000 1,30,000 4,000
3 M.Sc. Deglutology & Swallowing Disorders 8 80,000 1,30,000 2,000
4 M.Sc. Diabetes Sciences 4 50,000 80,000 3,000
5 M.Sc. Dialysis Therapy 4 50,000 80,000 4,000
6 M.Sc. Emergency Medical Technology 4 50,000 80,000 3,000
7 M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (Biochemistry) 4 80,000 1,30,000 4,000
8 M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (Microbiology) 4 80,000 1,30,000 4,000
9 M.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (Pathology) 4 80,000 1,30,000 4,000
10 M.Sc. Neuro Electro Physiology 4 1,50,000 3,00,000 6,000
11 M.Sc. Physician Assistant (Medical Oncology) 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
M.Sc. Respiratory Therapy (Specialization in Adult and
12 4 1,50,000 3,00,000 6,000
Paediatric)
Master of Physician Associate Studies
13 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
(Cardiac Sciences)
Master of Physician Associate Studies (Digestive Sciences -
14 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
Medical)
Master of Physician Associate Studies (Digestive Sciences –
15 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
Surgical)
16 Master of Physician Associate Studies (Endocrine Sciences) 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
Master of Physician Associate Studies (Radiation Oncology
17 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
Technology)
Master of Physician Associate Studies
18 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
(Uro Sciences)
Master of Physician Associate (Cardiovascular & Thoracic
19 4 75,000 1,20,000 4,000
Sciences)

Candidates who are interested can use hostel facility.

Hostel & Mess: 68,000/- per year.

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Annual Course fees will be updated in the website https://www.amrita.edu/program/msc-allied-
healthsciences/ . Candidates must remit the Course fees at the time of reporting by RTGS / NEFT*
through the AOA Portal

NB: All fees are subject to change/revision as per the UGC guidelines (if applicable)

Request for extension of fee payment will not be considered. DD/Cheque/Cash payment
will not be accepted/entertained at all.

6. FEE PAYMENT POLICY

a) Candidates are requested to remit the first year fees at the time of admission as mentioned
in the website: https://www.amrita.edu/admissions
b) From second year onwards tuition fees, other fees and hostel and mess fees should be paid
within the stipulated date informed by the Academics Office.
c) Failure to make the fee payment within the specified dates, fine of INR 150/- (per day)
will be charged from the last day of fee remittance stipulated by the Institution.
d) A student will only be permitted to attend the University Examination after all fee dues are
cleared.

7. ADMISSION CANCELLATION AND REFUND

Admission Cancellation and Fee Refund Policy

Withdrawal requests received within 30 Tuition Fees and Security deposit is refundable.
days after the formally notified admission.
Rs. 5000/- as maximum processing charge can be
deducted.

*Note : In the event of a student leaving midstream other than on bonafide medical grounds, the student
is liable to pay the remaining fees for entire course as stated in the prospectus in order to indemnify the
institution for the loss of seat.

8 HOSTEL RULES

Hostel Rules and Guidelines will be provided to all students at the time of admission.
Students are requested to sign the terms and conditions provided in the Rules and handover
to Admission Office at the time of admission.

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 9 SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTE
In case of any dispute in the interpretation of any of the conditions included in this booklet
or in any other matter related to admissions covered by the Rules and Regulations contained
herein, decision of the Medical Director, Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences will be final
and binding.

10 JURISDICTION

Courts situated in Kochi, Kerala only will have jurisdiction over disputes if any arising on the
matter of application and or admission to the courses covered in these Rules and Regulations.

WARNING
Candidates who wish to apply for admission to any course at Amrita Vishwa
Vidyapeetham, Health Sciences Campus are hereby warned against possible cheating by
unscrupulous agents who may promise and assure seats by extracting large sum of money
from the parents / candidates. Candidates should note that there is no provision for
capitation fees towards admission.

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