POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MOLECULAR MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY A Joint Program by St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata & Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata Industry Academia Collaboration for Next- Gen Healthcare

Why Study Molecular Medical Microbiology?

There is no such targeted course imparting a 360⁰ knowledge on Molecular Medical Microbiology and Cancer Biology as a result of which this course will be one of its kind in the country with a multidimensional radiation in associated fields.

This course is ideal for those passionate about Molecular Medical Microbiology and eager to apply it meaningfully in healthcare—improving lives and making a societal impact.

Taught and mentored by faculty members of St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata (SXC) and the doctors and Medical Microbiologists of Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata (TMC), students will gain academic excellence paired with hands-on clinical training, preparing them for a highly respected and specialized profession.

Nature of the Course

PG Diploma in Molecular Medical Microbiology encompasses modern aspects of Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Cancer Biology

• It has a balanced inclusion of theory and practical which is aided by sophisticated techniques like Droplet Digital PCR, Cartridge based Nucleic acid amplification SystemsHybrid Capture assay, Non amplification based molecular methods, Line Probe assay, Gene chips or DNA micro-array.

• Exposure to state of art Instruments and machines used in Molecular Diagnostics like  Automated Nucleic acid extraction system, Qubit Fluorometer, Tape Station Next Generation Sequencing Systems: ,: MiSeq (Illumina), Ion  Studio, Oxford Nanopore Technology,FISH station.

• Statistical analysis of Biological data will add more attractiveness to the course

• Most importantly the candidate will develop perfect knowledge on theoretical, Practical, Analytical and Experimental domain

• MiSeq (Illumina), Ion  Studio, Oxford Nanopore Technology,

• While St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata shall provide its infrastructure of class-room lectures in Basic Microbiology, Host Pathogen interaction,Oncogenic Microbes, Biostatistics, Basics of Bioinformatics and laboratory classes in Molecular Microbiology, Serological methods, Clinical Biochemistry and Enzymology, 

• Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata shall provide clinical training through class-room lectures and laboratory classes, hands-on training with latest equipment, access to hospital infrastructure that will culminate with a six months paid internship.

• The six month paid internship is actually an icing on the cake

• The successful completion of the course will be sealed by a Joint Certification from St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata and Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata.

End Result: A Molecular Medical Microbiologist who has integrated knowledge, principles and techniques from multiple fields to be able to address complex problems in healthcare with confidence, competence and empathy and will fit into any  Cancer Biology lab, Molecular Biology lab and Pathological lab with optimum expertise

Curriculum Structure

 Year 1: Academic Training
Semesters 1 & 2 (July–December, January–June)

• Classes to be conducted at both SXC and TMC campuses every week
• SXC class hours: 10:10 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., three days a week, in a smart classroom.
• TMC class hours: To be announced at the beginning of each semester.
• Lab sessions to be held at the respective institutions based on the subject requirement.
•  Format: Hybrid (smart classrooms, lab-based, and hospital-integrated)

Year 2: Clinical Internship
Semester 3  July - December 

• Upon clearance of all papers of semesters 1 &2, paid internship of approximately Rs.10,000/- per month, at Tata Medical Center culminating in the submission of a project/dissertation.

• Internship may require working during odd hours as per institutional requirements.

Credits and Evaluation

• Total Credits: 40 (First Year) + 20 (Internship)
• Arrear/Supplementary examinations will be conducted in the forthcoming appropriate end semester
• Internship program will commence only after successful completion of Semesters 1 and 2.

Registration Validity

• Registration of candidates will be valid for two years, excluding the year of admission.

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Eligibility & Admission

• Minimum Qualification: M.Sc. in any branch of Life Science: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Botany, Zoology (from a recognized university)
• Admission Process: Entrance Test (MCQ) + Interview 
• Total Seats: 8
• Date of Admission Test: 20th July 2025, 10:00 AM

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Application Procedure (Online)

• Printing facility is required while filling up this online form.
• Please read the instruction carefully before filling the Registration Form.
• Application forms are available online only through the College website.
• No printed forms will be issued by the College.
• You need to upload the following documents while filling in the form:
  • Aadhaar Card (PDF format).
  • Date of Birth proof (PDF format).
  • Recent colour passport size photo (JPEG format).
  • Signature (JPEG format).
• After online submission of the form, pay the fee online.
• After successful payment download the Admit Card for Entrance Examination and take a printout.
• Application Fees: Rs. 1000

Certification & Evaluation

• Total Credits: 60 (20 credits per Semester)
• Marks: 10 theory/practical papers × 100 = 1000 marks
• Passing: Minimum 40%

Evaluation:

• Theory exams at SXC
• Continuous lab assessments at SXC/TMC
• Arrear/Supplementary examinations will be conducted in the forthcoming appropriate end semester

Certification: 

• Joint Diploma from St. Xavier’s College & Tata Medical Centre
• Mark Sheets: Issued after Year 1 completion

Course Fees

Note: Fees are subject to revision as needed

Career Opportunities

The continuous and rising demand of competent  Molecular Medical Microbiologists today, opens up job opportunities in the national and international map.  From hospitals to diagnostic centres, from Cancer Research Centres to Central Instrumentation facilities in Higher Educational Institutes, opportunities are endless.

Students will receive placement assistance from the SXC Placement Cell and mentorship through TMC.

Career paths include: The students will get lot of scope in the following organization

• Hospitals 
• Pathological Laboratories 
• Skilled Laboratory technichian 
• Cancer Research Centres 
• Molecular diagnostic Kit manufacturing companies 
• Central Instrumentation facilities in Higher Educational Institutes