B.Sc Radiology

In most cases, the students seeking admission for B.Sc in Radiology /Radio-diagnosis or Master of Imaging Technology (MIT) in JIPMER Pondicherry or CMC Vellore appear for entrance test like JIPMER B.Sc entrance test or CMC Vellore entrance test. These exams are meant to test candidates' knowledge and skills in areas to do with the specific area of interest. It will not be possible to get a seat in these universities if one does not sit or sit for these entrance exams without sitting or qualifying. As for both the institutes JIPMER and CMC Vellore they are very competitive course they mainly focus on the entrants who clear the entrance exams.

Few colleges exist in Varanasi with related courses to do with radiology. Some courses that would be offered B.Sc. in Radiology or related programs of radiology technicians are found on the following:

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) - offers numerous medical and related paramedical courses within the radiology area of study, of course. To check further course details and availability within the medical faculty.

Varanasi Institute of Medical Sciences - offers several courses like courses for radiology imaging technology among others.

For all the detailed information, including admissions and course structure, please refer to the respective college websites or contact their admission offices.

B.Sc. Radiology students can opt for specialised courses in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Some of the options are as follows :-

Postgraduate Diploma in MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)

Duration :- 1 year
Provides knowledge and hands-on experience about MRI Techniques, Physics, and Patient Safety.
M.Sc. in Radiology or Medical Imaging Technology (with MRI specialisation)

Duration: 2 years
Some universities offer M.Sc. programs in Radiology or Medical Imaging with focus on MRI, advanced imaging techniques, diagnostics, and patient care.
Certificate Course in MRI

Duration: 6 months up to 1 year
A short course to focus on MRI, its principles, and clinical application targeted at B.Sc. Radiology graduates.
MRI Technologist Course

Duration: 6 months to 1 year
Focus on training with regard to operation of MRI machines, safety and various MRI techniques.
Advanced Diploma in MRI

Duration: 1 year
A specialised course on MRI procedures, technology, and patient handling for radiology professionals.

One can pursue an M.Sc. in Physician Assistant following a B.Sc. in Radiology. Eligibility may differ from one institution to another. Generally speaking, an M.Sc. in Physician Assistant is for people with backgrounds in healthcare-related fields. A B.Sc. in Radiology qualifies because it forms the basis of learning essential medical knowledge. 

Eligibility: Most programmes require a B.Sc. in Allied Health Sciences, Nursing or Paramedical Sciences, and a few may consider B.Sc. Radiology as a worthy qualification, as it deals with clinical and healthcare exposure.

Admission Process: Generally, you should apply to universities that have set up a course on this, while some will conduct interviews and others do have an entrance examination. These include AIIMS, Manipal University, and SRM University, which have given so many healthcare-related master's programs; it is best to check for the specific eligibility criteria set regarding PA courses.

Course Content: This M.Sc. programme in Physician Assistant will develop skills in clinical practice and diagnosis, and management of patients, complementing your background in radiology with a more comprehensive medical training.

So, it is better to check out with the particular universities to find their exact eligibility criteria.