In the constant struggle of humanity against both new and old pathogens, people working in Healthcare and its associated fields function as frontline warriors. Apart from being a noble career, healthcare serves as a lucrative career option both financially and professionally.
In this article, the authors aim at providing a comprehensive list of all the career options and academic degrees available in health sciences and its allied fields.
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery ( MBBS )
Medicinae Baccalaureus, Baccalaureus Chirurgiae popularly known as MBBS is the primary combined undergraduate degree in medicine and surgery in India. It includes training in Basic, pre-clinical, para-clinical and clinical subjects along with practical training according to the Allopathic school of healthcare.
Eligibility: It is one of the most sorts after careers in the healthcare industry. The eligibility is any student passed in class 10+2 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English from a recognised board. An entrance exam for admission into medical and dental colleges called NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test ) is conducted annually by National Testing Agency (NTA)
Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 years + 1 year of internship)
Career Opportunities: An MBBS graduate works as a registered medical practitioner under National Medical Commission. They also work as a medical officer in both private and public hospitals.
Average Income: 6,00,000/- Per Annum
Master of Surgery is a postgraduate medical course designed for doctors who wish to acquire comprehensive knowledge and skills in surgery. It provides training in all aspects and to attain all practical skills associated with surgery and its allied departments (ENT, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology etc).
Eligibility: A bachelor's degree in MBBS from an NMC-recognised institute is essential for pursuing this degree. Qualifying for NEET (PG) which is the entrance exam for postgraduate courses is also required. This exam will however be replaced by NEXT (National Exit Test) soon.
Duration : 3 Years
Career Opportunities: Candidates pursuing an MS degree will go through detailed research & training in the field of Surgery. This degree also serves as a stepping stone for various other surgical sub specialities like plastic, cardio-thoracic, gastrointestinal surgery, etc.
Average Income: 8,50,000 /- Per Annum
MD (Doctor of Medicine) is a postgraduate degree in the field of medicine and its allied subjects like Dermatology, Radiology, Pathology etc.
Eligibility: A bachelor's degree in MBBS from an NMC-recognised institute is essential for pursuing this degree. Qualifying for NEET (PG) which is the entrance exam for postgraduate courses is also required. This exam will however be replaced by NEXT (National Exit Test) soon.
Duration: 3 Years
Career Opportunities: Candidates pursuing an MD degree go through rigorous and thorough training in the field of Medical Care. This degree also serves as a gateway toward various other medical sub-specialities like cardiology, nephrology, gastroenterology etc.
Average Income: 8,50,000 /- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS)
BAMS is a professional medical course that focuses on the discipline of Ayurvedic medicine which is one of the alternatives to Allopathy. This discipline of medicine has been in practice since time immemorial and is an integral part of our heritage.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. The entrance exam for admission is NEET (UG)
Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 years + 1 year of internship)
Career Opportunities: A graduate of BAMS is allowed to give medical treatment in some states of India after registering at a government-approved licensing authority. The course of BAMS provides complete knowledge about 'Ashtanga Ayurveda' along with scientific advances in modern medicine with extensive practical training.
Average Income: 4,00,000/- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS)
BHMS is an undergraduate degree in the discipline of Homeopathy in India. Homoeopathy is an alternative medicine based on the theory of treating 'like with like. Homoeopathy claims to stimulate healing responses to diseases by administering substances that mimic the symptoms of those diseases in healthy people.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. The entrance exam for admission is NEET (UG)
Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 years + 1 year of internship)
Career Opportunities: Candidates pursuing BHMS gain knowledge of Homeopathy medicine along with the treatment. Candidates can opt for various specialisations like Homeopathic Pharmacy, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, and Skin specialist among others to treat patients with Homeopathic knowledge.
Average Income: 3,50,000/- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
It is an undergraduate degree in the field of Physiotherapy. It is the branch of medical sciences which deals with the study of physical movement and working to prevent any kind of disabilities.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass Class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. Admission to some colleges is through NEET (UG) while many institutions have their own entrance exams/admission criteria.
Duration: 4 Years (3.5years + 6 months of internship)
Career Opportunities: A BPT graduate serves as a physiotherapist in various hospitals, and clinics and also in association with sports teams and rehabilitation centres.
Average Income: 2,10,000/- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science (B.VSc)
Veterinary is a branch of medical science that deals in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease, disorder and injury in animals. The practitioner after completing the B.VSc course is called a vet or an animal doctor.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. The entrance exam for admission is NEET (UG).
Duration: 5 Years
Career Opportunities: The course provides academic as well as practical knowledge in assisting or working as veterinary doctors in the Laboratories, Clinics, Food & Agriculture Industry, etc.
Average Income : 5,10,000/- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS)
Unani or Yunani medicine is Perso-Arabic traditional medicine as practised in South Asia and modern-day Central Asia. BUMS is a bachelor's degree in Unani medicine. This undergraduate programme can also be pursued through distance education. Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) regulates the BUMS education and training in India.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. The entrance exam for admission is NEET (UG).
Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 Years + 1 year of internship)
Career Opportunities: Candidates pursuing BUMS gain knowledge of Unani medicine along with the treatment and can practice in Unani clinics and hospitals.
Average Income : 2,50,000/- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS)
Siddha medicine is one of the oldest traditional systems of medicine practised in the southern part of India mostly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala. It has a holistic approach and covers the physical, psychological, social and spiritual well-being of an individual.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. The entrance exam for admission is NEET (UG).
Duration: 5.5 Years (4.5 Years + 1 year of internship)
Career Opportunities: Candidates pursuing BSMS gain knowledge of Siddha medicine along with the treatment and can practice in Siddha clinics and hospitals. BSMS is the most ancient among the AYUSH systems. Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) governed the education of BSMS under the department of AYUSH.
Average Income : 2,50,000/- Per Annum
- Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yoga (BNYS)
Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yoga is a 4.5-year undergraduate degree program. Naturopathy is a distinct primary health care system that stresses the body's self-healing mechanism. Naturopathy uses a wide range of therapies to support human wellness.
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. The entrance exam for admission is NEET (UG).
Duration: 4.5 Years (3.5 Years + 1 year of internship)
Eligibility: The candidate needs to pass in class 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as subjects from a recognised board. Admission to some colleges is through NEET (UG) while many institutions have their own entrance exams/admission criteria.
Average Income: 3,50,000/- Per Annum
A career in the medical field not only serves as an amazing opportunity to do good for the community but also is an excellent source of income and social standing. However, it requires a constant commitment to the work and the ability to sacrifice work-life balance for the greater good.
Medbots wishes you all the best for your career.
