Molecular Biology is a branch of biology which deals with the biological activity related to the molecules. This field is related to other fields of likes genetics and biochemistry. Master of Science in Molecular Biology is post graduate degree in this field. Candidates who have completed their graduation in Molecular biology or related fields can join this course. There are various options for higher study after this course. Candidates can also join numerous jobs after completing this course.

Scope for higher studies after M.Sc. in Molecular Biology

There are numerous higher study options for candidates who have completed their post graduation in Molecular Biology (M.Sc. in Molecular Biology). They can join for several research programs related to the topic. They can even join for management courses. Post graduates in M.Sc. Molecular Biology can also join for various other post graduate degrees related to the subjects. Some of the higher study options are

• Master of Philosophy in Plant Molecular Biology
• Master of Science in Conservation Biology
• Master of Science in Computational Biology
• Master of Science in Biology
• Master of Science in Biological Sciences
• Master of Science in Environmental Biology
• Master of Science in Environmental Microbiology
• Master of Philosophy in Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology
• Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences
• Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Molecular Biology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Computational Biology
• Master of Business Administration

Career scope after M.Sc. in Molecular Biology

Careers in the field of molecular biology focus on the latest developments of cell biology. It also involves study in the field of stem cells. Graduates in Molecular Biology can find numerous jobs in many of the public and private sector organisations. Various job profiles available for graduates in molecular biology are

• Biology Content Developer
• Biological Technician
• Conservationist
• Ecologist
• Botanist
• Geneticist
• Horticulturist
• Molecular Biologist
• Plant Explorer
• Plant Biochemist
• Weed Scientist
• Science Adviser
• Forest Ranger
• Farming Consultant

Major employment areas of graduates of molecular biology are listed below

• Agricultural Research Services
• Botanical Gardens
• Botanical Survey
• Hospitals
• Horticulture
• Medical research
• Medical laboratories
• Wildlife and fishery departments
• Science centers
• Food Institutes
• Schools
• Seed and Nursery companies

Aspirants in this field can also find promising jobs in many of the organisations abroad also. Jobs in the field of molecular biology are mainly focused and research based jobs. They can also pursue their career in the field of teaching also. They can work as lecturers or assistant professors in any of the reputed colleges/ universities offering this course.