Course Information & Syllabus
Program Overview
M.Sc. in Biotechnology is a two-year postgraduate program that focuses on imparting advanced knowledge and application of various areas of science in medical and health care industries, agricultural industry, environment conservation, forensics and many more. M.Sc. in Biotechnology is a career-oriented advance course that covers topics like Molecular Biology, Genetics & Genetic Engineering, Neuroscience, Nano-Biotechnology, Molecular Diagnostics & Therapeutics, Cancer Biology, immunology, Biochemistry etc. The curriculum combines highly interactive theoretical and practical sessions, as well as seminars and journal clubs, to assist students comprehend the application and utility of the program.Course Objectives
- To provide high quality teaching and innovative research in the frontier areas of biotechnology
- To recruit, nurture and develop specialized academicians and scientists with expertise in molecular biology, immunology, molecular genetics, plant biology, and cutting-edge research
- To translate knowledge into innovative tools in various fields like medical and health care, food industry, agriculture industry
- To address environmental issues by providing an integrated platform for basic and clinical research
Program Outcomes
- To understand basic and advance knowledge, and concepts of biotechnology
- To develop the ability to apply academic knowledge to practical situations
- To acquire the skills of problem solving and critical thinking
Career Prospectue/Pathways
Bio technologists work in the departments of research and development of institutions and industries involved in biotechnology, such as Medical field, Health Care sector, Animal Husbandry, Genetic Engineering, Research Laboratory, Food Manufacturing Industry, Agriculture Sector, Waste Management, Bioinformatics and Pharmaceutical Companies.After completing the course, one can pursue employment opportunities such as:
- Biotechnology Researcher
- Quality Controller
- Regional Manager/Sales Manager/ Marketing Executive trainee
- Laboratory Assistant,
- Business Development Executive
- Geneticist
- Immunologists
- Molecular Biologist
- Bio Analyst
- Medical Biotechnologists
- Scientific Assistant
- Calibration Technician
- Biostatistician
- Research Associate
- Product Specialist
Curriculum Overview
| FIRST SEMESTER | SECOND SEMESTER | THIRD SEMESTER | FOURTH SEMESTER |
| Biochemistry & Metabolism | Enzymology | Industrial Biotechnology | Nano-Biotechnology |
| Biophysical Techniques | Plant Biotechnology | Animal Biotechnology | Molecular Diagnostics & Therapeutics |
| Cell Biology | Immunology | Intellectual Property Rights & Ethical issues Biosafety | Research Methodology |
| Molecular Biology | Genetics & Genetic Engineering | Ecology & Evolution | Environmental Biotechnology |
| Biostatistics | Bioinformatics | Understanding Cancer Biology | |
| Fundamental of Computer Application | Neuroscience |