PhD Microbiology

Advances in medicine, greater longevity and a rapidly expanding world population continue to increase the numbers of people at the risk of infection. The situation compounded by the emergence of multi-drug resistant microbes and the lack of new clinically effective anti- infective agents compelled us to establish Microbiology section under FLS. Research within the Molecular Microbiology Group will be directed towards the acquisition of novel molecular and cellular insights into host pathogen interactions, quorum sensing and the evolution of virulence and drug resistance with a view to the discovery of new therapeutic and preventative strategies against Viral, Bacterial and Fungal Pathogens.

Outline

Microbiology

18 Cr. Hrs. Course Work with minimum CGPA 3.00/4.00
Comprehensive Examination (written and oral)
Synopsis Defense
30 Cr. Hrs. Research Work
Publication of at least one research paper in HEC approved journal
Dissertation Foreign Reviews
Dissertation Final Defense

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Road Map

Sr. No. Activity Preferred Time Maximum
1Course Work2 Semesters3 Semesters
2Comprehensive Exam3 Semesters4 Semesters
3Synopsis Qualification4 Semesters6 Semesters
4Thesis Submission6 Semesters14 Semesters (7 Years)

Admission Criteria

At least 3.00 CGPA or 60% marks in case of annual system in MS/M.Phil. or equivalent in relevant field. The GAT – Subject with a minimum of 60% marks is required or a candidate will have to pass UCP in-house admission test and interview with 70% score.

Prospects

• Senior Research Scientist • Laboratory manager • Professor (colleges and universities) • Lead scientist (private company) • Principal Investigator (government lab, non-profit organizations) • Strategy Consultant

Fee Structure