IIT Delhi Starts MS (Research) Program In ‘Healthcare Technology’ For Medical And Allied Clinical Professionals

In an innovative program aimed at bridging the gap between medicine and engineering, the Centre for Biomedical Engineering (CBME) at IIT Delhi has launched an exclusive Master of Science (Research) program in ‘Healthcare Technology’. This unique program starting in January 2025 is specifically designed for medical and allied clinical professionals, integrating the principles of medicine with cutting-edge engineering disciplines to foster deep-tech innovations in healthcare. 

The last date to apply for admission is October 25, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online (https://ecampus.iitd.ac.in/PGADM/login). 

The MS (Research) in Healthcare Technology stands out for its highly project-centric approach, ensuring that students gain hands-on experience with real-world applications. Participants will benefit from clinical and industrial immersion with leading institutes and corporations, providing them with a comprehensive understanding of both the medical and technological landscapes. 

This immersive experience is expected to pave the way for graduates to embark on entrepreneurial ventures or engage in advanced medical technology research and development (R&D).

One of the key features of this program is its flexibility, allowing medical professionals to continue their clinical practice while pursuing their studies. This ensures that practitioners can apply their learning directly to clinical work, enhancing patient care with innovative solutions. 

The program is thoughtfully designed with core subjects and laboratory courses to impart skills required by the Healthcare Industry and train participants to conduct scientific research, either for higher studies or in Industry and clinical laboratories. 

The students enrolled in this program will be supported by high-value fellowships and remunerations that are comparable to salaries and stipends available for medical and allied discipline graduates at the entry-level positions. 

The program also offers a seamless transition to pursue a PhD at IIT Delhi. This pathway underscores the program's commitment to fostering long-term research and innovation in the biomedical field. 

Highlighting the importance of such a program, Prof Neetu Singh, Head, CBME, IIT Delhi, explained, “The program will provide the much-needed intermediate degree and training for filling the gap between traditional bachelor's and longer duration Master’s and doctoral degrees needed to become an independent researcher for the medical and allied professionals. It will bring the medical and allied graduates to scientific research in leading academic institutions. Through this program, IIT Delhi envisions producing globally competitive human resources that can uplift the start-up culture and industrial output and fuel high-quality scientific research related to biomedical science and engineering.”