B.Sc. (Hons. with Research) Microbiology

B.Sc. (Hons. with Research) Microbiology

B.Sc. Hons. Microbiology provides you with comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles, concepts, and techniques of microbiology and allied disciplines

The programme equips the students with skill sets to apply microbiological principles and techniques to address the scientific challenges in agricultural, medicinal, environmental, industrial and food and dairy microbiology. It develops a commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of microbiology.

 

Program Description

  • Laboratory equipment management skills
  • Good Manufacturing Practices,
  • Quality Control and quality assurance,
  • Environmental monitoring
Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 01

To have a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles, concepts, and techniques of microbiology and allied disciplines.

PSO 02

To apply microbiological principles and techniques to address the scientific challenges in agricultural, medicinal, environmental, industrial and food and dairy microbiology.

PSO 03

Continuous learning and professional development in the field of microbiology.

Programme Outcomes (PO)

To be capable of demonstrating comprehensive knowledge and understanding of one or more disciplines that form a part of an undergraduate programme of study."

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To express thoughts and ideas effectively in writing and orally communicate with others using appropriate media confidently share one’s views and express herself/himself; demonstrate the ability tolisten carefully, read and write analytically, and present complex information in a clear and concise manner to different groups."

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To apply analytic thought to a body of knowledge, analyze and evaluate evidence, arguments, claims, beliefs on the basis of empirical evidence identify relevant assumptions or implications; formulate coherent arguments critically evaluate practices, policies and theories by following scientific approach to knowledge development

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To extrapolate from what one has learned and apply their competencies to solve different kinds of non-familiar problems, rather than replicate curriculum content knowledge and apply one’s learning to real life situations.

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To able to evaluate the reliability and relevance of evidence; identify logical flaws and holes in the arguments of others; analyze and synthesize data from a variety of sources; draw valid conclusions and support them with evidence and examples, and addressing opposing viewpoints.

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To sense of inquiry and capability for asking relevant/ appropriate questions, problematizing, synthesizing and articulating; Ability to recognize cause-and-effect relationships, define problems, formulate hypotheses, test hypotheses, analyze, interpret and draw conclusions from data, establish hypotheses, predict cause-and-effect relationships; ability to plan, execute and report the results of an experiment or investigation.

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To able to work effectively and respectfully with diverse teams;facilitate cooperative or coordinated effort on the part of a group, and act together as a group or a team in the interests of a common cause and work efficiently as a member of a team. 8 Learning Outcomes-based Curriculum Framework for Undergraduate Education

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To able to analyse, interpret and draw conclusions from quantitative/qualitative data and critically evaluate ideas, evidence and experiences from an open-minded and reasoned perspective.

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Critical sensibility to lived experiences, with self awareness and reflexivity of both self and society.

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To become capable to use ICT in a variety of learning situations, demonstrate ability to access, evaluate, and use a variety of relevant information sources; and use appropriate software for analysis of data.

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To able to work independently, identify appropriate resources required for a project, and manage a project through to completion.

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To possess knowledge of the values and beliefs of multiple cultures and a global perspective; and capability to effectively engage in a multicultural society and interact respectfully with diverse groups.

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To be able to embrace moral/ethical values in conducting one’s life, formulate a position/argument about an ethical issue from multiple perspectives, and use ethical practices in all work. Capable of demonstrating the ability to identify ethical issues related to one’s work, avoid unethical behaviour such as fabrication, falsification or misrepresentation of data or committing plagiarism, not adhering to intellectual property rights; appreciating environmental and sustainability issues; and adopting objective, unbiased and truthful actions in all aspects of work.

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To become capable for mapping out the tasks of a team or an organization, and setting direction, formulating an inspiring vision, building a team who can help achieve the vision, motivating and inspiring team members to engage with that vision, and using management skills to guide people to the right destination, in a smooth and efficient way.

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To be able to acquire knowledge and skills, including ‘learning how to learn’, that are necessary for participating in learning activities throughout life, through self-paced and self-directed learning aimed at personal development, meeting economic, social and cultural objectives, and adapting to changing trades and demands of work place through knowledge/skill development/reskilling

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Curriculum Details

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
COM1515 Modern English Language 0 0 4 2
SECBIO007 Skills of Laboratory Management 3 0 0 3
VAC001 Design Thinking 2 0 0 2
FIN1799 Basics of Financial Management 3 0 0 3
BIS1101 Cell Biology 2 0 0 2
MCB1102 Introduction to Microbiology and Microbial Diversity 3 0 2 4
CHE1207 General Chemistry I 3 0 2 4
PHY1204 Applied Physics I 3 0 2 4
Total Credits 24

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
COM1521 Communication Skills & Ability Enhancement 0 0 4 2
SECBIO002 Quality Control and Pharmaceutical Industries 3 0 0 3
VAC002 Innovation Entrepreneurship and Sustainability 2 0 0 2
LAW3702 Constitution of India 3 0 0 3
BIS1102 Basics of Biochemistry 2 0 0 2
MCB1103 Environmental Microbiology 3 0 2 4
CHE1208 General Chemistry II 3 0 2 4
MAT1719 Mathematical Sciences 3 1 0 4
Total Credits 24

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
COM2521 Academic Writing 0 0 4 2
IDP2501/ IDP2502 Business Model/Research Model 0 0 6 3
HUM1791 Indian Traditional Knowledge 3 0 0 3
BIS2101 Systems Biology 4 0 0 4
BIO2105 Human Physiology 3 0 2 4
MCB2105 Microbial Metabolism 3 0 2 4
MCB2106 General Molecular Biology 3 0 2 4
Total Credits 24

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
COM2525 Workplace Communication 0 0 4 2
IDP2503/ IDP2504 Business Model/Research Model 0 0 6 3
VAC003 Environmental Studies 2 0 0 2
BIS2102 Bioinformatics and Computational Biology 4 0 0 4
BIO2114 Bioanalytical Tools - I 3 0 2 4
MCB2107 Bacterial Biology 3 0 2 4
MCB2108 Genetics and Genomics of Microbial Life 3 0 2 4
Total Credits 23

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
SCI3502 Summer Internship 0 0 4 4
BIS3101 Quality Assurance and Quality Control 4 0 0 4
BIO3106 Bioanalytical Tools - II 3 0 2 4
MCB3103 Clinical Research and Trials 3 0 2 4
MCB3104 Immuno-Biology 3 0 2 4
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
BIS3102 Drug Design and Discovery 3 0 2 4
MCB3105 Principles of Virology 3 0 2 4
MCB3106 Microbes in Food and Dairy 3 0 2 4
MCB3107 Enzyme Science and Technology 3 0 2 4
MCB3108 Biotechnology in Healthcare 3 0 2 4
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
BIS4101 Stem Cells and Regenerative Biology 4 0 0 4
BIO4105 Nanobiotechnology 3 0 2 4
MCB4104 Industrial Bioprocesses 3 0 2 4
MCB4105 Microbiology of Infectious Disease 3 0 4 4
BIO4106 Biosafety, Bioethics and IPR 3 0 4 4
Total Credits 20

Course Code Course Title L T P Credits
SCI4503 Research Dissertation 0 0 24 12
Total Credits 12

Career Path

career-path
  • Scientific jobs in R&D Laboratories
  • Quality Control Manager
  • Industrial Microbiologist
  • Environment Microbiologist
  • Medical Microbiology

Fee Structure

Yearly
1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year
₹1,30,000 ₹1,00,000 ₹1,00,000 ₹1,00,000
Semester Wise
1st Sem 2nd Sem 3rd Sem 4th Sem 5th Sem 6th Sem 7th Sem 8th Sem
₹80,000 ₹50,000 ₹50,000 ₹50,000 ₹50,000 ₹50,000 ₹50,00 ₹50,000

Admission Process

01

Complete the Application

02

Appear for Entrance test and interview

03

Get shortlisted and Received the offer letter

B.Sc. Microbiology/ B.Sc. (Hons. with Research) Microbiology

Candidate shall have passed 10+2 examination from CBSE or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/ Biotechnology as compulsory subjects

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