M.Sc. - Biotechnology
Duration2 Years
M.Sc. Biotechnology provides you with comprehensive understanding of fundamentals of biotechnology for sound and solid base in the basic and applied areas of life sciences.
The programme equips the students with ability to apply research methodology to address the scientific challenges in agricultural, medicinal, environmental and industrial biotechnology. Students develop a commitment to excel in their profession with social awareness and responsibility.
Program Description
- Proficiency in bioprocess and genetic engineering
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills in Medical Biotechnology
- Computational and Bioinformatics Skills
- Animal and Plant Tissue Culture
Program Specific Outcomes (PSO)
PSO 01
To demonstrate and apply the principles of bioprocess engineering in the design, analysis, optimization and simulation of bioprocess operations.
PSO 02
To develop ability to apply research methodology to address the scientific challenges in agricultural, medicinal, environmental and industrial biotechnology.
PSO 03
To achieve competence for advance studies, research and be employment ready in the domain of biotechnology and allied fields.
Programme Outcomes (PO)
To select, interpret, critically analyze and integrate information from a wide range of sources that include books, scientific reports, journals, case studies and other sources on the internet.
To identify, formulate, and analyze complex scientific problems reaching substantiated conclusions using the principles of sciences
To understand the impact of scientific approach based mainly on Mathematics in societal and environmental contexts and facilitate sustainable development considering health, safety, legal and cultural issues.
To conduct investigations of scientific problems using research-based knowledge and research methods in analysis and interpretation of data.
To create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources and IT tools including prediction and modeling of scientific activities with an understanding of the limitations.
To apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional scientific practices.
To understand the impact of the scientific approach in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
To apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of the scientific practice
To function effectively in multidisciplinary teams by working cooperatively, creatively and responsibly as a member of a team or as an individual.
To communicate effectively with science community and society as well as comprehend and write effective reports, design documentation and make effective presentations
To undertake supervised research in a systematic, critical and evidence-based manner with a comprehensive and in-depth knowledge in Mathematics.
To apply and contribute skills and knowledge creatively and innovatively in a research environment and recognize the need to engage in lifelong learning through research and development.
Curriculum Details
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBT4701 | Chemistry of Biomolecules | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4702 | Analytical Techniques | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4703 | Essentials of Cell Biology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4704 | Plant Biotechnology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT2702 | Probability and Statistics | 3 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| MBT4501 | Biostatistics and Biochemistry Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| MBT4502 | Analytical Techniques and Cell Biology Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| SCI4701 | Clean Room and Vacuum Technology | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total Credits | 22 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBT4101 | Genetics and Molecular Biology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4101L | Genetics and Molecular Biology Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| MBT4705 | Enzymology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4706 | Immunobiology and Immunotechnology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4503 | Enzymology and Immunology Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| MBT4102 | Advanced Microbiology | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4102L | Advanced Microbiology Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| COM4501 | Scientific Paper Writing | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| SEM4501 | Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total Credits | 20 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBT5702 | Bioprocess Engineering & Fermentation Technology | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| MBT5501 | Bioprocess Engineering Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| MBT5701 | Animal Biotechnology | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| MBT5703 | RDT, Proteomics & Genomics | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| MBT5502 | Animal Biotechnology and RDT Lab | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| MBT4901 | Medicinal Biotechnology (Departmental Elective I) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT4910 | Microbial Diagnosis in Health Clinics (Departmental Elective II) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT5503 | Evaluation of Mini-Project | 0 | 0 | 6 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 25 | ||||
| Course Code | Course Title | L | T | P | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEL5901 | Novel Technologies for Food Processing & Shelf Life Extension. (Open Elective) | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| MBT5504 | Major Project/Dissertation | 0 | 0 | 28 | 14 |
| Total Credits | 17 | ||||
Fee Structure
Yearly
| 1st Year | 2nd Year |
|---|---|
| ₹1,65,000 | ₹1,35,000 |
Semester Wise
| 1st Sem | 2nd Sem | 3rd Sem | 4th Sem |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹97,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹67,500 | ₹67,500 |
Admission Process
Complete the Application
Appear for Entrance test and interview
Get shortlisted and Received the offer letter
M.Sc. - Biotechnology
The candidate should have obtained the Bachelors degree in (Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Botany / Zoology / Life Sciences / Biomedical Sciences / Chemistry, B.Pharm., B.Sc. Agriculture, B. Tech. (Biotechnology and related streams)