M.Phil Program in Preventive Cardiology & Cardiac Rehabilitation

Non communication diseases (NCDs) are imposing a growing burden upon low-and middle-income countries, which are still struggling with infectious diseases so called double burden of disease. This one year program will provide depth theoretical and practical insight about Prevention and Rehabilitation from Non communication diseases (NCDs). This program will support students to develop, integrate and maintain any local / National or international NCD program with global perspective. It will support student to develop capacity for leadership through research; training and will provide practical insight to enable them to support population in a way to heal and live a healthier life.

This program also focuses to bring up professional who will be able to reform healthcare delivery system in Pakistan for primordial, primary prevention and rehabilitation of NCDs, the ambassador of preventive cardiology and Rehabilitation will support to raise the standards of care in prevention and Rehabilitation from Non communication diseases (NCDs).

 AIM OF PROGRAM:

Worldwide, the single most common cause of mortality and disability is Cardiovascular Disease (CVD). Although the scientific evidence regarding CVD prevention is compelling and promising, but the gap between the theoretical evidence and the real world practice remains unfilled. Hence, there is an immense need to transform the system, delivery and outcomes of Preventive Cardiac Care in Pakistan.

  • This innovative program aims at providing students with the in-depth theoretical knowledge and practice skills required to bridge up the implementation gap and meet the recommended therapeutic and lifestyle targets.
  • It will not only provide leadership through research, training and practical insight to enable healthier living for all.
  • The program focuses to bring up professionals that will be able to reform healthcare delivery system in Pakistan for primordial and primary prevention of CVDs.
  • This valuable program in Preventive Cardiology will enable the graduates to uplift the issue though media advocacy and challenges to changes at policy formulation.
  • This program aims to produce professionals well-endowed to fill preventive cardiology specialist positions and state-of-the-art centers of preventive cardiology by amalgamating their knowledge and skills with the real world practice and research application. These ambassadors of preventive cardiology and Rehabilitation will raise the standards of care in respect of NCDs and its prevention around the Globe.
LEARNING AND TEACHING STRATEGIES:

Both National and International qualified teaching faculty promotes better understanding through:

  • Presentation/Assignment/Seminar
  • Tutorials
  • Skill based labs
  • Projects
  • Clinical Practice (Supervised/Independent)
  • Research Skills
ADMISSION POLICY:

Aptitude Test

The institute conducts an Aptitude Test for all eligible candidates. The test consists of Multiple Choice questions about various topics related to environment, exercises, and human net, Physiology, Biochemistry and English.

Interview

Applicants are interviewed to assess their suitability to complete respective course and pursue a career in health sciences.

Student Selection

Applicant selection in M.Phil is strictly based on merit. Final selection of students is decided on the basis of their performance in the following areas:

  • Academic Years
  • Aptitude Test
  • Interview

Eligibility Criteria

Candidate should have passed 5 years Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or M.Sc in any discipline of Physiotherapy or equivalent education of 16/17 years of education in discipline of health care sciences, with at least 60% in relevant filed from HEC recognized University / Institution.

Documents to be Submitted

  • Attested copy of SSC / ‘O’ Level (IBCC Equivalence) Certificate
  • Attested copy of HSC / ‘A’ Level (IBCC Equivalence) Certificate
  • Attested copy of SSC / ‘O’ Level Mark Sheet
  • Attested copy of HSC / ‘A’ Level Mark Sheet
  • Attested copy of DPT / M.Sc or equivalent Consolidated Mark Sheet
  • Attested copy of DPT / M.Sc or equivalent Degree
  • Attested copy of CNIC or ‘B’ Form of Applicant
  • Attested copy of CNIC of 2 references
  • Attested copy of CNIC of Parents/Guardians
  • Attested copy of Domicile and PRC
  • Applicant’s (2) passport size photographs
  • Applicant’s Updated CV

Notification of Admission

Institute will inform successful applicants and a deadline will be given for the confirmation of admission. Offers not accepted by the given deadline will be cancelled.

Fee Structure 

Particulars Fees Description
Admission Form Processing Fees Rs. 5000Non Refundable (at the time of application)
Admission Fees Rs. 20,000Not Refundable (paid after confirm admission)
Medical FeesRs. 10,000Non Refundable (paid after confirm admission)
Security Deposit Rs. 10,000Refundable (paid after confirm admission)
Tuition Fees Rs. 70,000For each semester
Library/Laboratory/Clinical FeeRs. 20,000For each semester
Co curricular Activity Fee Rs. 5000For each semester
* Enrollment fees will be charged once separately as per description of University of Karachi (UoK)
* Examination fees (semester wise) will be charged separately as per description of University of Karachi before each semester exam
* Thesis Evaluation/Viva Fees will be charged (once at time of thesis submission) as per description of University of Karachi (UoK)

Mode of Payment: On receiving offer of admission from Institute, students are expected to deposit the required (non-refundable) admission and tuition fees within the due date mentioned in the offer letter. If the required fee is not submitted within the specified date the admission will stand cancelled.

Note:

  • Any additional taxes imposed by the government will be the liability of the students/parents/guardian.
  • The Institute reserves the right to increase the fees if required according to the recommendation of the Governing Body / Affiliating University.
  • Advance fees to be paid semester-wise. All dues need to be cleared within two weeks of commencement of the academic year. Other wise 2%–5% surcharge will be paid on outstanding fees after the due date.
Contact Details:

Office of Allied Health Sciences (AHS) 4th floor at Tabba Heart Institute, call at 021-111-844-844 Ext 1434 and email at: [email protected]