National Testing Agency (NTA) has successfully conducted National Eligibility cum Entrance Test for Undergraduate (NEET-UG) 2023 On May 7, 2023. This highly competitive medical exam was conducted for a duration of 3 hours 20 minutes. More than 20 lakh candidates appeared for this exam in 499 cities in India and abroad.
NEET UG 2023 is an essential gateway for students aspiring to pursue undergraduate courses in Medical, Dental, AYUSH, Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc) and Animal Husbandry (AH) colleges. Candidates can expect the release of NEET UG 2023 answer key soon after which the final result will be declared by the exam conducting body.
If you are a science student who missed NEET UG this year, don’t worry. Apart from the traditional Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), there are many other medical courses available. Here are some of the top options that you can consider to pursue a career in the medical field:
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) – It is a 5 year undergraduate course with focus on Dentistry. Courses include Oral Anatomy, Oral Histology, Dental Materials, Periodontics, Orthodontics, Prosthodontics and more. After completing BDS, you can practice as a dentist or pursue higher education in the field of dentistry.
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharma) – BPharm focuses on pharmaceuticals. The 4 year undergraduate course includes pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacognosy, and more. After completing BPharm, a candidate can work as a pharmacist in pharmacies, hospitals or in the pharmaceutical industry.
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) – It is a 4 year undergraduate program completely focused on the study of Physiotherapy. BPT involves the study of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and more. Candidates can work as physiotherapists in hospitals, rehabilitation centers or sports organizations after completing BPT.
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) – BAMS is a 5 year undergraduate course focused on Ayurvedic medicine. The program includes the study of Ayurvedic principles, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, etc. Those who complete BAMS – they can work as Ayurvedic physicians or can pursue higher education in the field of Ayurveda.
Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) – This is a program that focuses on homeopathic medicine. The 5 year undergraduate course includes the study of Homoeopathic Principles, Materia Medica, Repertory etc. After completing BHMS, a student can work as a homeopathic physician or can pursue higher education in the field of homeopathy.
Bachelor of Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS) – BUMS is a 5 year undergraduate course with emphasis on Unani Medicine. The program includes study of Unani principles, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology etc. After completing BUMS, candidates can work as Unani doctor or pursue higher education in the field of Unani medicine.
Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) – BNYS is a 5.5 year undergraduate course which combines traditional medicine with yoga and naturopathy. The program includes the study of naturopathy, yoga, nutrition, anatomy, physiology, etc. After completing BNYS, a candidate can work as a Naturopath or can pursue higher education in the field of Naturopathy.
Apart from the above mentioned programs, there are many other medical courses beyond MBBS that you can consider, such as Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Bachelor of Optometry, Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Technology, etc.
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