MCI makes 8-week research methods course must for PG

Chandigarh , July 13, 2019 :

In a significant step that acknowledges the importance of research in learning along the lines of western countries, the Medical Council of India (MCI) Board of Governors introduced a compulsory online course in basic research methods for all postgraduate students in the country and for faculty with no prior research training. The 8-week course will be mandatory for medical PG students being admitted from academic year 2019-20 onwards. The course would have to be completed by the end of the 2nd semester.

The National Institute of Epidemiology of the Indian Council of Medical Research will conduct the course, and students will have to register on NIE portal. An online certificate will be generated on successful completion of the course and examination. This will work as the proof of completion of the course. Sources said there will be no fee for the online course, but students will have to pay exam fee, details of which will be available once they register…

source :(The Tribune, July 11, 2019)