Kerala University of Health Sciences
- Release Date : November 23, 2024
- Last updated : December 19, 2024
Kerala University of Health Sciences
Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS), located in Thrissur, Kerala, offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs primarily in the fields of Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Ayurveda, Homeopathy, and Allied Health Sciences. Established under the Kerala University of Health Sciences Act, 2010, the university is affiliated with a large number of healthcare institutions in the state.
Courses Offered:
KUHS offers both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in fields such as MBBS, BDS, Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), B.Pharm, BPT, B.Sc Nursing, and various allied health sciences courses. The postgraduate programs include M.Pharm, MDS, and MD/MS in specialized medical fields such as Ophthalmology and Orthopedics
Admission Process:
Admission to KUHS is primarily based on state-level and national entrance exams. For example, the NEET UG/PG is used for MBBS, BDS, and PG medical courses. Kerala’s KEAM is used for courses like B.Pharm and BAMS. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria and apply through the respective channels
Documents required for admission include mark sheets, entrance exam scorecards, and certificates for reserved categories
Fees:
The fee structure varies by course and category. For example, MBBS and BDS courses have fees in the range of INR 1–5 lakh annually, while courses like BPT or Nursing may have lower tuition fees
KUHS also offers scholarships based on academic and extracurricular excellence
Placements:
The university provides solid placement support through its placement cell. Students from KUHS often secure internships and jobs at prestigious hospitals and healthcare companies such as Apollo Hospitals, MIMS, and Ayur Medi Home Ayurvedic Pharmacy. In 2023, about 70% of students were placed, with average salary packages around INR 2.8 LPA. Specific courses like B.Sc Radiology and MHA have higher placement rates, with salaries ranging from INR 4 LPA to INR 8 LPA
Infrastructure and Facilities:
KUHS boasts a modern campus with facilities such as well-equipped labs, an auditorium, hostels, a medical center, and Wi-Fi access in select areas. The campus also supports extracurricular activities, sports, and personality development
For detailed information on specific courses, admission criteria, and other queries, download the brochure.
