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Am I eligible for msc in biotechnology after completing bsc in life science?
Also please provide me with the names of the best colleges for pursuing a msc course in biotechnology. If msc in biotechnology isn't possible after bsc in life science then what are the other options for higher studies so that I can land a job in research sectors?

For M.Sc Biotechnology candidate must have passed Bachelor’s degree in Physical, Biological, Agricultural, Veterinary and fishery sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering/Technology, etc. The minimum percentage required for M.Sc Biotechnology in your Bachelor degree is 55%.

As per the information you have provided in your query, you completed B.Sc in Life Sciences so, you are not eligible to get admission in M.Sc Biotechnology. As you want to know the other options for higher studies so that you can land a job in research sectors here, I am going to tell you the same:

M.Sc in Life Science field

MBA

Master of Philosophy (M. Phil) in Applied Physics

Diploma in Research sector

Laboratory courses in researach

Yes, you are very much eligible to opt for M.Sc in Biotechnology after completion of your B.Sc in Life Science, for that you should have completed your graduation from a recognized university and will also have to appear and clear an entrance test conducted by the state or in some cases by the prospective Institute.

Once you clear the examination, you will be most eligible to get admission in the course and can continue further on with your studies.

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Am I eligible for msc in biotechnology after completing bsc in life science?
Also please provide me with the names of the best colleges for pursuing a msc course in biotechnology. If msc in biotechnology isn't possible after bsc in life science then what are the other options for higher studies so that I can land a job in research sectors?

Being a B.Sc in Life science stream graduate, you are definitely eligible for M.Sc in Biotechnology. Those who are interested to apply for M.Sc in Biotechnology must complete a Graduation in Biotechnology or its related specialization from a recognized university. Final year candidates may also be eligible. Your age should be not less than 18 years. Mostly the admission will be based on the score obtained in the entrance exam conducted by the respective university.

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