Description
This program is implemented through the study of academic courses, the number of which is not less than (24) academic units, and that it does not exceed (30) academic units over 3 semesters, in addition to the completion of a specialized scientific research thesis with a number of (6) academic units. The legal period necessary to obtain a master’s degree that the student spends in the department since joining, registering with, and graduating from it shall not be less than (18) months, and that the period shall not exceed (36) months, in accordance with Articles (124) and (126) mentioned in Regulation No. 501 of 2010 regarding the issuance of a regulation regulating higher education. Note that the minimum compulsory credits are (14) for the mentioned programmes.
Objectives
The knowledge and field experience of the postgraduate student is updated, by building new knowledge and skills at the bachelor’s degree, which allows him to delve deeper into the field of study in addition to addressing all aspects of the field and studying all theories and research in all studies related to the field, which works to raise the level of his ability And his ability to understand his specialty, which revolves around the infection of animals with parasitic diseases, especially the accurate understanding of pathogens of all kinds, and thus he can distinguish and diagnose them, in addition to the student’s ability to present plans for prevention and control of parasitic diseases that affect animals and humans as well, so that he can contribute to Preserving this livestock Protecting it from the deadly diseases that afflict it, preserving the only vital protein source for human food, and avoiding many direct and severe economic losses to the livestock sector. As well as training on how to protect the Libyan society and environment from the dangers of those indirect pests, which are the transmission of some diseases to humans.
Outcomes
a. Knowledge and understanding:
- Knowledge:
To know advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of all aspects of Veterinary cestodes and Trematodes to the post graduate student.
- Understand:
b. Mental skills:
c. Scientific and professional skills:
d. General skills:
Certificate Rewarded
Master in Parasitology
Entry Reuirements
The conditions contained in Regulation No. (501) for the year 2010 regarding the issuance of the Regulation for the Organization of Higher Education, the General Regulation for Postgraduate Studies No. (69) for the year 2009, in addition to the following conditions:
1. The student must have a bachelor's degree in veterinary medical sciences from one of the veterinary medicine colleges recognized locally and internationally, or its equivalent.
2. The student must pass the initial admission exam conducted by the Graduate Studies Office at the college.
3. The student must pass the personal interview exam conducted by the department.
4. The student must meet the general conditions for admission according to Regulation No. (501) of 2010 regarding the issuance of the Higher Education Regulation. Graduate Studies Regulations No. (69) of 2009.
Study Plan
The Master in Parasitology prepares students to qualify for Master in Parasitology. The student studies several subjects which have been carefully chosen in this major to cover its different aspects.
It comprises 3 Semesters of study, in which the student will study a total of 30 units, which include 0 units of general subjects, and 0 major units
Study plan for this program is shown below:
1st Semester
| Code | Title | Credits | Course Type | Prerequisite |
|---|
| MVPA202 | Veterinary Entomology | 03 | Compulsory | + |
- Study the more advanced morphology, life cycle, veterinary importance and control of most important arthropods affecting mammals and birds. - To discuss latest scientific developments on various aspects of arthropods.
| MVPA204 | advanced helminthology 1 | 03 | Compulsory | + |
- Study the more advanced of morphology, life cycle, transmission, pathogenesis, diagnosis, control of most important nematodes parasites affecting mammals, birds and fish. - To discuss the latest scientific developments on various aspects of nematodes and thorny-headed worms.
| MVPA205 | Diagnostic Parasitology | 03 | Compulsory | + |
Students should be able to: - Morphology and location of internal and external parasites - Diagnosis of various internal and external parasites - Collection of different samples of animals for diagnosis - Use of different methods for the diagnosis of internal and external parasites.- Transfer of practical knowledge about the different techniques used in veterinary parasitology.
2nd Semester
| Code | Title | Credits | Course Type | Prerequisite |
|---|
| MVPA201 | Advanced protozoology | 03 | Compulsory | + |
The student should know the general structure, locomotion, nutrition and organs associated with nutrition, reproduction of protozoa. - Should know the morphology, life cycle, transmission, pathogenesis, diagnosis, control of most important protozoan parasites affecting mammals and birds.
| MVST100 | BIOSTATISTICS | 02 | General | + |
3rd Semester
| Code | Title | Credits | Course Type | Prerequisite |
|---|
| MVRM200 | Research Methods | 02 | General | + |
1. The student's knowledge of the general methods of research methodology, including the basic concepts used in quantitative and qualitative research methods2. The student's knowledge of everything that includes the Internet in terms of computer applications to obtain research3. The student's knowledge of research methods in the field of study, quantitative and qualitative elective studies, and methods of writing master's theses
Elective Subjects
| Code | Title | Credits | Course Type | Prerequisite |
|---|
| MVPA2 | Medical Parasitology | 03 | Elective | + |
The aim of the course is to develop basic knowledge and skill to identify the parasites, the diseases caused by them and emphasize on the laboratory diagnosis tool for detection of different stages of parasites.
| MVPA203 | Advanced helminthological II | 03 | Elective | + |
- Study the more advanced of morphology, life cycle, transmission, pathogenesis, diagnosis, control of most important scestodes and Trematode parasites affecting mammals, birds and fish. - To discuss the latest scientific developments on various aspects of trematodes and cestodes
| MVPA206 | immunoparasitology | 03 | Elective | + |
To understanding the immune system, its organs and types and function of antibodies. Antigens (definition, types, factors influencing immunogenicity and origin) Mechanism of immune response and mechanism of immune evasion Preparation of antigens. Serological tests.
| MVPA211 | Diagnostic medical parasitology | 03 | Elective | + |
This course is intended to introduce fundamental and important aspects of the morphology and life cycles of protozoa and helminths causing human disease, in addition to pathological processes caused by these parasites. Special attention is given to life cycle and methods used in collection and examination of specimens used for the diagnosis of parasitic diseases.