M.Sc. in Medical Genetics and Molecular Diagnostics 

at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Kelambakkam

Combined intake across all courses at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute is up to 392. Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute offers MD, MS, M.Sc, PG Diploma, B.Sc, DM, M.Ch, MBBS courses for students to build their careers in Medicine & Health Sciences, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences. These highly regarded programs are available in full-time mode, catering to the needs of students who wish to obtain a comprehensive education in this field.

Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute offers in-campus placement salaries in the range of INR 4.5 - INR 4.6 LPA to M.Sc. students.

Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute offers courses such as MD, MS, M.Sc, PG Diploma, B.Sc, DM, M.Ch, MBBS. The courses are available in full-time mode. Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute has specializations such as Physiology, Anatomy, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Community Medicine, General Medicine, Biochemistry, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Radiology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, General Surgery, Radiology & Imaging Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Clinical Research, Genetics, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology, Food & Nutrition, Echo Cardiology & Cardiac Technology, Dialysis Technology, Respiratory Care Technology, Perfusion Technology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Orthopaedics.

Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute provides programmes including MD, MS, M.Sc, PG Diploma, B.Sc, DM, M.Ch, MBBS in streams such as Medicine & Health Sciences, Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, and are excellent for students to build their careers. The institute has specializations in Physiology, Anatomy, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Community Medicine, General Medicine, Biochemistry, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Radiology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, General Surgery, Radiology & Imaging Science, Cardiovascular Technology, Clinical Research, Genetics, Medical Laboratory Technology, Biotechnology, Food & Nutrition, Echo Cardiology & Cardiac Technology, Dialysis Technology, Respiratory Care Technology, Perfusion Technology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Orthopaedics.

Some medical field which offe best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

 

The Genetics

There is generally the following curriculum for a genetics course:

1.Mendelian genetics; molecular biology (DNA, RNA, proteins); Cell biology (cell cycle, mitosis, meiosis); population genetics 2.In Advanced Genetics: Molecular genetics (gene structure, regulation); Genetic engineering (DNA technology, CRISPR); Genomics - gene sequencing, bioinformatics; and Epigenetics (gene expression regulation) 3.

Practical Work:
Genetic crosses, PCR, gel electrophoresis Bioinformatics for genetic data analysis Theoretical and practical curriculum.

 

After completing your MSc in Genetics, you have 2 options. You can either go for higher studies in research such as PhD, or you can start your career journey a Biotechnology, research, healthcare, or any relevant industry.

While pursuing a PhD will offer you research opportunities, getting a job will let you earn and develop skills to tackle real-world problems.