M.Sc. (Biotechnology) - Academics

Intake Capacity

20 learners

Duration of the program

2 Years

Eligibility

A learner being eligible for admission to M.Sc. (Biotechnology) must have passed Bachelor's degree examination in Science or Technology, or an equivalent degree program from a recognized university with major in Biotechnology, or related fields like Life Sciences, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and allied Biological Sciences.

The learners will be admitted to the program on the basis of the merit (Aggregate marks obtained at the Bachelor's degree examination).

About the Program

The M.Sc. (Biotechnology) program aims to prepare the next generation of scientists and innovators in the rapidly evolving field of biotechnology and its allied application areas in modern science. The program is designed to equip learners with a strong conceptual foundation combined with technical training in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Bioprocess Technology, Bioinformatics, Medical Biotechnology through an application-driven curriculum. The program offers the professional skills for the learners aspiring to build careers in Biotechnology allied industries, healthcare innovation, environmental sustainability and scientific research.

Program Details

Part I:

Part II:

Future Prospects

The M.Sc. (Biotechnology) program prepares leaners to become skilled professionals capable of contributing to the rapidly advancing biotechnology sector for roles in biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, clinical diagnostics, vaccine and drug development, Bioinformatics, Environmental Biotechnology and Agricultural Biotechnology. The program equips the learners to pursue diverse career opportunities in research, industry, and academia; as research scientists, quality control analysts, clinical research associates, Bioinformatics specialists or Biotechnology consultants. The program also opens pathways for higher studies and research leading to Ph.D. programs in Biotechnology and related life science disciplines. 

Evaluation Scheme

Semester: I & II 

Evaluation Pattern: 

50% (Continuous Internal Evaluation): 

50 % (Semester End Exam)

Theory Examination

A. Evaluation of Theory Course of 4 credits

Evaluation of each Theory course of 4 credits for 100 marks = Continuous Internal Evaluation: 50 Marks (Formative Assessment) + Semester End Exam: 50 Marks (Summative Assessment)

B. Evaluation of Theory Course of 2 credits

Evaluation of each Theory course of 2 credits for 50 marks = Continuous Internal Evaluation: 25 Marks (Formative Assessment) + Semester End Exam: 25 Marks (Summative Assessment). 

Practical Examination

50 Marks (2 Credit Course)

Passing Standard

The learners to pass a course shall have to obtain a minimum of 40% marks in aggregate for each course where the course consists of Continuous Evaluation and Semester End Examination. The learners shall obtain minimum of 40% marks in the Continuous Evaluation, 40% marks in Semester End Examination and 40% marks in practical’s separately for each course.