FAQs
Q: What does the pathology teach?
A: Pathology teaches the science of how hosts, pathogens and other organisms interact to cause diseases in living beings and also on how to control such diseases.
Q: What is the basic eligibility criteria to pursue M.Sc, in Pathology?
A: The basic eligibility criteria to pursue M.Sc, in Pathology is that the candidate must have a bachelor's degree in pathology with a minimum of 55% mark in aggregate or an MBBS degree from a recognized university.
Q: What entrance exams do I need to give to get admission into M.Sc. in Pathology?
A: Entrance exams that will give you a seat in M.Sc. in Pathology are:
- NEET PG
- AIIMS PG
- JIPMER PG
- COMEDK PGET
- West Bengal University of Health Sciences Entrance Exam
- Pondicherry Institute of Medical Sciences Entrance Exam
- Baba Farid University of Health Sciences Entrance Exam
Q: What job roles can I get after I complete M.Sc. in Pathology?
A: Job roles a candidate can get after completion of M.Sc. in Pathology are:
- Medical Pathologist
- Medical Examiner/ Forensic Pathologist
- Veterinary Clinical Pathologist
- Pathology Professor
Q: What are the skills required to excel in a Pathology career?
A: Skills a person should possess to have a good career in Pathology are:
- Hard-working
- Good communication skills
- Good analytical skills
- Confidence
- Good observing skills
- Must possess the ability to understand and express their ideas
Q: Where can I get recruited after completing M.Sc. in Pathology?
A: The recruiting areas after completing M.Sc. in Pathology are:
- College and Universities,
- Hospitals
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Drug Manufacturing Agencies
- Science Research Labs
Q: What does a pathologist do?
A: A pathologist's job description includes:
- Pathologists make diagnoses using a microscope
- Pathologists indulge in trying to find out what diseases are affecting living patients.
- They do testing and the amount of quality control involved in a diagnosis.
- They use laboratory tests to monitor the health of patients with chronic conditions.
Q: What is the average salary I would get after completing pathology?
A: After completing M.Sc in pathology, one would get an average salary of 2 - 5 lakh rupees per annum.