Kerala University of Health Science Thrissur
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Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery (BSMS)
Bachelor of Siddha Medicine & Surgery (BSMS)
Course
BSMS- Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery is a medical degree course offered by Kerala University of Health Science Thrissur which is equal to MBBS degree. Siddha medicine is an alternative medical practice developed by Siddhas of ancient South India. According to Siddha medicine, the physiological and psychological factors of the human body are controlled by seven elements and these seven elements are activated by three mukkuttram (air, fire, water). The imbalance of these mukkuttram creates health problems and specially formulated century-old Siddha medicines corrects it. Kerala University of Health Science Thrissur is approved by University Grant Commission (UGC). Kerala University of Health Science curriculum follows centuries-old medical records made by ancient physicians (Siddhas). Kerala University of Health Science curriculum covers the history and fundamental principal of Siddha medicine, medical botany and pharmacognosy, anatomy, materia medica-plant kingdom, materia medica- metals, minerals and animals, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, Siddha pathology, principals of modern pathology, forensic medicine and toxicology, varmam therapy external and special medicines, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics. Course completed Kerala University of Health Science candidates earn the title “Doctor” and can pursue their career as Siddha doctor or research in the field.
Duration : 5 Years
Eligibility : The candidates must have pass Higher Secondary (10+2) from any recognized board with Science stream
Higher Studies
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Siddha
- Master of Surgery (M.S.) Siddha
Career Opportunities
- Siddha Doctor
- Start own clinic
- Siddha Lecturer
- Medical consultant
- Research
