Amrita School of Medicine

Overview

About College 

  • Amrita School of Medicine is one of the constituent schools of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a private deemed university based in Coimbatore, India.
  • The school was established in 2002 at the Kochi campus of the university.
  • It is also the headquarters of the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (AIMS), a 1300-bed multispecialty hospital that provides world-class clinical care and medical education.
  • The founder and chancellor of the university is Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, also known as Amma, a world-renowned humanitarian leader, and spiritual teacher who has inspired millions of people with her message of love and service.
  • The founder dean of the school is Dr. Damodaran Vasudevan, a distinguished biochemist and cancer researcher who has received several awards and honors for his contributions to medical science. He is the school's associate dean of PG programs and research.
  • The school offers undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and fellowship programs in various disciplines of medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and allied health sciences.
  • The school aims to provide education for life and compassion-driven research for the benefit of humanity.

Highlights

ParametersInformation
Approved ByNMC Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, a private deemed university
Ranking - Country/WorldRanked 5th best in medicine by NIRF 2022 In India1st in India and 50 in the world, according to Impact Ranking 2022
AwardsReceived NABH accreditation for quality and safety standards Received several awards for excellence in medical education and research
Affiliated HospitalAmrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, a 1300-bed multispecialty hospital
AccreditationNAAC with an A grade NABLNBA
Cadavers to practiceAvailable at the anatomy lab of the school
Student/Lecturers ratio14:1
CoachingProvides coaching for NEET-PG and other entrance exams
Quality of EducationProvides world-class training with state-of-the-art facilities and core human values Provides education for life and compassion-driven research for the benefit of humanity

Infrastructure and Facilities

  1. Campus
  • Located at the Kochi campus of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
  • Comprises 12 storeys with a total floor area of 120,000 sq. ft.
  • Incorporates state-of-the-art educational facilities that meet international standards
  • Spreads over 2.75 acres of land
  1. Lab
  • Anatomy Lab
  • Pharmacology Lab
  • Forensic Medicine Lab
  • Community Medicine Lab
  • Molecular Medicine Lab
  • Nanomedicine Lab
  1. Library
  • Part of the Central Library of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
  • Provides various services and facilities such as circulation, reference, interlibrary loan, document delivery, digital library, e-resources, etc.
  • Has a team of qualified and experienced librarians and staff who support the users in accessing the library resources
  1. Hospitals
  • Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (AIMS):
  • Super-specialty quaternary care health center and medical school in Kochi, India
  • Total built-up area of over 3.33 million sq.f
  • Provides world-class clinical care and medical education in various specialties 
  • 1300-bed multispecialty hospital offering advanced tertiary care and multi-organ transplantation services
  • Fully digital radiology department, 24/7 telemedicine service, and clinical laboratory
  • Attached to Amrita School of Medicine, Kochi, the university's flagship campus.

5. Hostels

  • Nine hostels on Amrita School of Medicine campus: 2 for girls and 7 for boys.
  • Girls' hostels can accommodate around 1800 students; boys' hostels can accommodate around 4000 students.
  • Hostels have facilities like water coolers, Wi-Fi, indoor and outdoor sports, medical facilities, etc.
  • Hostel fee for MBBS students: Rs 68000 for Indian students, $1250 for NRI students. Hostel fee for DM/M.CH students: Rs 60000.
  • The Council of Wardens and Hostel Committee manages hostels.

6. Food

  • Centralized vegetarian kitchens
  • Offer hygienic and nutritious food to students and staff.
  • Spacious dining hall can accommodate around 2000 people at a time.
  • Additionally, a bakery and a juice bar available

7. Transportations

  • 15 buses ply over various places in Kanyakumari and Tirunelveli districts and the nearby regions of Kerala.
  • 24-hour carpool service for the students and staff.

Scholarships

Amrita School of Medicine offers various scholarships to fund economically weak students. Here are some of them:

  • Amrita School of Medicine offers scholarships for GATE-qualified candidates as per AICTE norms, which provides a monthly Post Graduate Scholarship of Rs. 12,400/-.
  • Non-GATE students can also receive scholarships based on merit and performance in the admission interview, including Endowment Scholarships and Merit Scholarships up to Rs. 1 Lakh.
  • International students can apply for Amrita Chancellor Scholarship and Amrita Meritorious Scholarship, offering 100%, 75%, or 50% tuition fee waivers based on their marks and admission interview performance.

FAQ'S

1. Are there international collaborations and exchange opportunities at the Amrita School of Medicine?

Amrita School of Medicine collaborates with leading medical institutions and universities worldwide and offers opportunities for international exchange programs for students and faculty. 

2. Is there a focus on ethical values and social responsibility at Amrita School of Medicine?

Amrita School of Medicine strongly emphasizes imparting ethical values and social responsibility to its students and providing quality medical education.

3. What are the career prospects for Amrita School of Medicine graduates?

Graduates of Amrita School of Medicine are highly sought after by top hospitals and healthcare organizations, both in India and abroad, and have a wide range of career opportunities in the medical field.

4. Is there an emphasis on research at Amrita School of Medicine?

Amrita School of Medicine has a strong research focus, with dedicated research centers and state-of-the-art facilities for conducting innovative research.

5. What does the Amrita School of Medicine offer the programs?

Amrita School of Medicine offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in medicine and allied health sciences.

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