MD Physiology / Clinical Physiology at Manipal College of Medical Sciences (MCOMS), Pokhara is a postgraduate medical program under Kathmandu University (KU).
Kathmandu University places Physiology within the MD/MS Basic Medical Sciences and Forensic Medicine group, alongside Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Forensic Medicine, Microbiology, and Pharmacology. At MCOMS, Physiology is also part of the basic sciences academic structure based at the Deep Heights campus.
The postgraduate framework combines subject knowledge with practical skills, research, thesis work, evidence-based learning, communication, ethical practice, medical education, and continuing professional development.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Course | MD Physiology / Clinical Physiology |
| Level | Postgraduate medical degree |
| Institution | Manipal College of Medical Sciences (MCOMS), Pokhara |
| University | Kathmandu University |
| Academic group | Basic Medical Sciences |
| Admission authority | Medical Education Commission |
| Entrance framework | MEC postgraduate medical entrance |
| Registration requirement | Medical Council registration |
| Research component | Thesis, research methodology, and basic biostatistics |
Physiology is classified as a basic medical science within Kathmandu University's MD/MS structure. This classification separates it from clinical-science postgraduate programs such as Internal Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Anaesthesiology, Psychiatry, and Radiodiagnosis.
At MCOMS, the basic sciences structure includes Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, and Physiology. The Deep Heights campus houses basic science teaching facilities, including classrooms and laboratories connected with these disciplines.
The program therefore sits within the academic and research-oriented side of postgraduate medical education rather than the clinical-specialty group.
Kathmandu University's eligibility framework for MD/MS Basic Medical Sciences and Forensic Medicine requires:
MBBS or an equivalent degree in modern medicine from an institution recognized by Kathmandu University.
Registration with the Medical Council.
For Physiology, candidates who have completed the applicable bridge course after BDS may also apply.
The one-year clinical experience requirement used for the clinical-science MD/MS pathway is not stated under the basic medical sciences eligibility pathway.
This distinction is important because Physiology is specifically included among the basic medical science subjects.
Admission to MD/MS programs at MCOMS is conducted through the Medical Education Commission (MEC).
Candidates must qualify through the applicable postgraduate medical entrance and selection process. MCOMS admissions to MD/MS programs follow MEC guidelines, with candidates selected through the regulated entrance and merit process.
The admission pathway includes:
Meeting the applicable academic eligibility.
Holding the required Medical Council registration.
Applying through the MEC postgraduate admission system.
Appearing in the postgraduate medical entrance examination.
Meeting the required entrance standard.
Participating in the merit and allocation process.
Completing institutional admission after allocation.
The postgraduate medical entrance framework includes:
Single-best-response multiple-choice questions
Four options for each question
200 questions
Three-hour examination duration
Recall, understanding, and application distribution of 30:50:20
The examination gives 60 marks to Basic Medical Sciences. Physiology carries 12 marks within this section.
Other components include clinical subjects, Community Medicine and Research Methodology, Forensic Medicine, and mandatory continuing professional development topics.
The MCOMS MD/MS curriculum includes several academic components shared across postgraduate medical education.
These include:
Theoretical knowledge related to the specialty
Practical and clinical skills
Applied basic sciences
Thesis writing
Research methodology
Basic biostatistics
Evidence-based learning
Critical analysis of scientific literature
Communication skills
Professional attitudes
Behavioral studies and ethical issues
For MD Physiology / Clinical Physiology, this structure places advanced basic medical science study alongside research and academic development.
Research is part of the postgraduate curriculum.
Residents are expected to undertake thesis work that includes research methodology and basic biostatistics. The curriculum also emphasizes evidence-based learning and critical analysis of scientific literature.
The broader postgraduate objectives require residents to undertake research in their subject area and continue developing their ability to review scientific work critically.
Postgraduate medical education at MCOMS also prepares residents for teaching responsibilities.
The academic objectives include the ability to:
Educate and facilitate members of the health team
Use appropriate teaching and learning methods
Develop as a self-directed learner
Identify continuing educational needs
Use appropriate learning resources
Acquire new knowledge through continuing professional development
Work within health care, research, and medical education teams
These elements are particularly relevant to a basic medical science discipline that forms part of undergraduate medical teaching as well as postgraduate study.
The postgraduate curriculum includes communication skills, professional attitudes, behavioral studies, and ethical issues.
Residents are expected to practise within professional standards, use appropriate communication, maintain medical and academic records, and work effectively in multidisciplinary environments.
The curriculum also includes the use of information and communication technology within postgraduate learning.
Medical Council registration is included in the eligibility requirements for MD/MS Basic Medical Sciences.
For medical graduates in Nepal, the relevant professional regulatory body is the Nepal Medical Council.
For the BDS bridge-course pathway identified for Physiology, candidates must still satisfy the registration and other admission requirements attached to the Kathmandu University basic medical sciences framework.
The program is relevant to eligible medical or qualifying dental graduates interested in advanced basic medical science, research, medical education, and postgraduate academic work.
Candidates should be prepared for:
Advanced subject-based medical study
Practical academic work
Scientific literature review
Research methodology
Biostatistics
Thesis preparation
Evidence-based learning
Medical education
Professional and ethical responsibilities
Continuing academic development
The course should be considered in relation to the candidate's academic background, eligibility pathway, research interests, and longer-term plans in medical science and education.
Yes. Kathmandu University includes Physiology within MD/MS Basic Medical Sciences and Forensic Medicine.
The basic medical sciences pathway requires MBBS or an equivalent degree in modern medicine recognized by Kathmandu University and Medical Council registration.
Yes. Candidates who have completed the applicable bridge course after BDS may apply for Physiology under the Kathmandu University basic medical sciences eligibility framework.
The one-year clinical experience condition applies to the stated clinical-science MD/MS pathway. Physiology is classified under Basic Medical Sciences, which has separate eligibility criteria.
The Medical Education Commission conducts the MD/MS entrance examination and selection follows MEC guidelines.
Yes. Physiology carries 12 marks within the Basic Medical Sciences section of the stated postgraduate entrance format.
Yes. The MD/MS curriculum includes thesis writing, research methodology, basic biostatistics, evidence-based learning, and critical analysis of scientific literature.
Yes. Medical Council registration is part of the eligibility framework for MD/MS Basic Medical Sciences.
