ELIGIBILITY AND HOW TO APPLY?
Candidates who wish to apply should meet the following criteria:
- Graduation with minimum 50% marks in aggregate in any of the following subjects as major paper from the University recognized by UGC.
- Sc. in Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics / Zoology / Botany / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology with Physics as one of the subjects in B.Sc.
Application will be accepted online through the University website (Click Here). Selection will be based on equal weightage on their education background and on viva-voce during course of interview.
**Candidates who are appearing in their final examination for B.Sc. can also apply provided they submit an undertaking that they will submit the qualifying degree certificates by the time of admission.
COLLABORATIONS AND MoUs:
Adamas University has signed MoU with Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Cancer Hospital which is one of the best and dedicated comprehensive cancer hospital where all kinds of diagnostic and therapeutic services for Cancer and blood disorders are rendered. The Hospital caters to the Cancer Patient belonging to all economic strata with world class and modern facilities. Besides that, it is a NABH-accredited institution with advanced facilities in PET-CT, SPECT, and nuclear cardiology, providing state-of-the-art clinical exposure to students. Medical cyclotron training will be conducted at EKO Diagnostic Pvt. Ltd, Kolkata.
CLASSES:
Theory and Practical Classes will be conducted at Adamas University and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Cancer Hospital (NCRI), Kolkata.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
- To equip students with the core knowledge and hands-on expertise in nuclear medicine technology, including the operation of imaging systems such as PET-CT and SPECT, and the handling and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals.
- To train students in implementing best practices in radiation protection and safety, ensuring compliance with national and international guidelines laid down by regulatory bodies like AERB and IAEA.
- To cultivate the skills required to assist in clinical procedures, patient preparation, imaging acquisition, and post-processing with a high degree of professionalism and ethical responsibility.
- To encourage critical thinking, innovation, and engagement in research and development activities related to radiopharmaceuticals, imaging techniques, and patient dosimetry.
- To prepare students for employment in nuclear medicine departments of hospitals, diagnostic centres, radiopharmaceutical industries, and regulatory institutions, and to support lifelong learning through eligibility for RSO certification and higher education opportunities.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
- Core Scientific Knowledge: Demonstrate a solid foundation in nuclear physics, radiochemistry, radiopharmaceutical science, and medical imaging technologies including PET, SPECT, and gamma cameras.
- Clinical Competence: Assist in clinical nuclear medicine procedures, including patient positioning, image acquisition, and quality control of diagnostic outcomes under supervision.
- Radiopharmaceutical Handling and Safety: Prepare, handle, and administer radiopharmaceuticals while adhering to safety protocols, hygiene standards, and good laboratory practices.
- Radiation Protection and Regulatory Compliance: Implement and monitor radiation protection measures for patients, staff, and the public in accordance with national (AERB) and international (IAEA) regulatory standards.
- Technical Proficiency in Instrumentation: Operate and maintain nuclear medicine imaging equipment and radiation detection instruments, and carry out quality assurance checks to ensure diagnostic accuracy and patient safety.
- Ethical and Professional Responsibility: Demonstrate ethical behavior, integrity, and accountability in clinical practice, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and professional conduct in healthcare settings.
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration: Function effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, maintaining respectful and cooperative interactions with physicians, physicists, technologists, and patients.
- Communication Skills: Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals, patients, and regulatory bodies through both oral and written means, including clinical reporting and documentation.
- Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving: Apply critical thinking to troubleshoot operational issues in nuclear medicine imaging and implement logical solutions supported by scientific reasoning.
- Research and Lifelong Learning: Engage in research initiatives, recognize the need for continuous education, and pursue professional certifications such as RSO or higher studies in allied fields.
WHAT IS NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY?
- A branch of medical imaging that uses radioactive substances (radiopharmaceuticals) to diagnose and treat diseases.
- Involves internal imaging where small amounts of radioactive tracers are introduced into the body to study organ function and structure.
- Utilizes advanced imaging systems like SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) and PET (Positron Emission Tomography).
- Provides functional information about organs and tissues, unlike X-rays or CT scans that show structural detail.
- Plays a key role in oncology, cardiology, neurology, and renal and thyroid imaging.
- Requires careful handling of radiopharmaceuticals, including preparation, quality control, and administration to patients.
- Emphasizes radiation safety, instrument calibration, and regulatory compliance.
- Performed by trained professionals known as nuclear medicine technologists, working alongside nuclear medicine physicians and physicists.
- Enables early diagnosis and personalized treatment of diseases like cancer, cardiac disorders, and neurological conditions.
WHY NUCLEAR MEDICINE?
- Functional Imaging Advantage: Unlike CT or MRI, nuclear medicine provides functional information about how organs and tissues are working, allowing for early detection of abnormalities before structural changes occur.
- High Sensitivity and Specificity: Offers highly sensitive and specific imaging techniques for diagnosing conditions such as cancer, cardiac diseases, and neurological disorders.
- Personalized Treatment Planning: Enables patient-specific diagnosis and dosimetry, allowing for tailored treatment protocols, particularly in oncology and thyroid disorders.
- Therapeutic Applications: Plays a key role in targeted radionuclide therapy (e.g., for thyroid cancer, bone metastases, neuroendocrine tumors), where radioactive isotopes are used to treat disease at the cellular level.
- Rapidly Growing Field: With increasing demand for non-invasive diagnostic tools and precision medicine, nuclear medicine is a fast-growing field in both clinical and research domains.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Offers a dynamic working environment involving physicians, technologists, physicists, radiopharmacists, and researchers—promoting professional development across disciplines.
- Regulatory and Quality Assurance Role: Technologists trained in nuclear medicine contribute to quality control, equipment calibration, and compliance with AERB/IAEA safety standards, ensuring high standards in healthcare delivery.
- Global Relevance: Plays a vital role in global health, especially in cancer care, cardiac risk assessment, and neurodegenerative disease evaluation—recognized and supported by WHO and IAEA.
CAREER PROSPECTS / JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Post Graduate Diploma in Nuclear Medicine Technology are equipped with the technical, clinical, and regulatory competencies to pursue a wide range of career opportunities in the healthcare and research sectors. Job roles are available in both public and private organizations, nationally and internationally.
Potential Job Roles:
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- Radiopharmaceutical Technician
- PET-CT / SPECT Imaging Operator
- Dosimetry Assistant
- Quality Control and Assurance Officer
- Radiation Safety Assistant / RSO Trainee
- Research Assistant in Nuclear Medicine
- Application Specialist for Imaging Equipment
- Regulatory Compliance Coordinator
Employment Sectors:
- Government and Private Hospitals with Nuclear Medicine Departments
- Diagnostic Centres with PET-CT, SPECT, and Gamma Camera facilities
- Radiopharmaceutical Production Units and Cyclotron Centres
- Research Institutes in Medical Imaging and Radioisotope Applications
- International Organizations such as WHO, IAEA, and private healthcare groups
- Regulatory Bodies and Healthcare Accreditation Agencies (e.g., AERB, NABH)
UNIQUE FEATURES OF THE PROGRAMME
- Hands-on clinical experience offered through internships and practical training at NCRI Hospital, preparing students for real-world challenges in nuclear medicine practice.
- Cutting-edge curriculum designed to cover the principles of nuclear physics, radiopharmaceutical science, PET/SPECT imaging, radiation detection, radiation safety, and quality assurance.
- Expertise of faculty members who are seasoned professionals in nuclear physics, medical physics, and healthcare imaging, ensuring high-quality education and mentorship.
- Direct exposure to radiopharmaceutical handling including preparation, quality control, and dispensing under expert supervision in a clinical setting.
- State-of-the-art training environment through collaboration with an NABH-accredited hospital equipped with PET-CT, SPECT, and gamma camera systems.
- Regulatory preparedness through modules aligned with Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) guidelines, including training for Radiological Safety Officer (RSO) roles.
- Interdisciplinary learning environment encouraging collaboration with physicians, radiopharmacists, technologists, and medical physicists.
- Focus on employability with skills tailored for diagnostic centres, hospitals, radiopharmacy units, and nuclear medicine departments.
