M. Phil in microbiology-UVAS Lahore
Course name: M. Phil in microbiology
Course Overview:
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Isolation and identification of the causative agents of the newly emerging microbial diseases of livestock and poultry.
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Preparation and evaluation of biologics (vaccines, antimicrobial factors, diagnostic reagents, etc).
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Qualitative and quantitative detection of mycotoxins and measures to overcome mycotoxicosis in animals.
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Physico-chemical factors affecting the survival of microbial pathogens (Bio-security).
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Immunigenetics, Immunotherapy, Immunomodulations, Immunoprophylaxis, Immunoregulations and Immunodiagnosis of various diseases.
No. of Semesters: 6-10
Course duration: 3-5 years
Requirements: 16 years of schooling or 4 years education (130 credit hours) after HSSC /F.A /F.Sc./Grade 12 equivalents. Minimum 2nd Div. with 50% marks according to annual system or minimum CGPA 2.50/4.00 according to the semester system from a recognized University in related field of study.
Entry Test for M.Phil will be conducted by UVAS Lahore. The Pass percentage for M.Phil candidates is 50 %.
How to apply: Application forms and prospectus can be downloaded from the university website www.uvas.edu.pk, but an amount of Rs. 500/- per form will have to be paid at the time of submission of application form (at Habib Bank Ltd, Civil Branch, Lahore in Account No. 01277900351801 or in the form of Bank Draft in the name of Treasurer, UVAS, Lahore.)
Applications complete in all respect should reach in the office of the Director, Advanced Studies UVAS, Lahore within the prescribed period of time as notified by the University. Incomplete application or those received after due date, shall not be entertained and be rejected without any notice.
Note:
Admission is offered in those Departments which are mentioned in the advertisement.
Curriculum:
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Title |
Credit Hrs. |
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Microbiological Techniques |
3(1-2) |
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Clinical Microbiology |
3(1-2) |
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Advanced General Bacteriology |
3(2-1) |
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Immunology |
3(2-1) |
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Systemic Bacteriology |
4(1-2) |
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Advanced Virology |
4(2-2) |
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Mycology |
3(1-2) |
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Cellular and Molecular Immunology |
3(2-1) |
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Mycotoxicosis |
3(1-2) |
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Microbial Physiology |
4(3-1) |
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Cell Culture Techniques |
3(2-1) |
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Oncogenic Viruses |
3(2-1) |
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Molecular Biology of Bacterial Viruses |
3(2-1) |
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Advanced Anaerobiology |
3(1-2) |
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Advanced Spirochaetology |
3(1-2) |
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Immunological Techniques |
3(0-3) |
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Techniques in Molecular Biology |
4(2-2) |
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Advanced Epidemiology |
4(3-1) |
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Special Problem |
1(0-1) |
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Seminar |
1(1-0) |
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Vaccinology |
3(2-1) |
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Microbial Genetics |
3(2-1) |
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Avian Immunology |
3(1-2) |
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Animal Food Microbiology |
4(2-2) |
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Environmental Microbiology |
3(2-1) |
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Public Health Microbiology |
4(3-1) |
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Biotechnology |
4(3-1) |
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Current Topics in Immunology |
1(1-0) |
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Current Topics in Bacteriology |
1(1-0) |
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Current Topics in Virology |
1(1-0) |
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Current Topics in Mycology |
1(1-0) |