Master of Science in Biotechnology is a 2 year Master’s program which deals with the study of advance level aspects in the field of Biotechnology. Master of Science in Biotechnology graduates can expect a promising future in the field of Biotechnology and also its allied fields.

Advantages or Benefits of Master of Science in Biotechnology

The field of Biotechnology has a lot of applications in various areas and that improves the overall job prospects of these graduates. Master of Science in Biotechnology graduates can work in numerous job profiles and can earn good remuneration as well. Certain certifications in the field will help them to earn even more. Research field and teaching profession are the most commonly chosen areas of work by these people. These graduates have good career opportunities abroad also. Pursuing higher studies in the field will also help them to improve their career aspects.

Eligibility required for Master of Science in Biotechnology

The students who hold a Bachelor’s degree in the field of Biotechnology or its allied field can apply for this Master’s program. Good marks in this level of exam are required to get admission in top Institutes. Certain Institutions conduct screening tests to admit these students.

Application Procedure of Master of Science in Biotechnology

The application procedure for admission will be different and will vary according to the chosen Institute for study. The entire details regarding admission and also admission forms can be accessed from the concerned Institute’s website. The fees structure of the particular course will also be given in the official website. A rank list of the selected students will be published in the site and also in the Institute.

Colleges offering Master of Science in Biotechnology

• St. Joseph’s College
• Christian Eminent College
• Achariya Arts and Science College
• Al Azhar College of Arts & Science
• Alpha Arts and Science College
• Alpha College of Engineering
• Amity Institute of Biotechnology
• C. Abdul Hakkim College
• A.V.C College of Engineering
• A.V.S. College of Arts & Science
• Academy of Management & Information Technology
• C. G. Bhakta Institute of Biotechnology
• C.M.S. College of Science and Commerce
• IAMR Group of Institutions
• IET Biotechnology Institute
• Indian Institute of Technology-IIT Mumbai
• Career College
• CMS College
• College of Basic Sciences & Humanities
• Institute of Bio-Sciences & Biotechnology
• Institute of Computer and Management Research
• Institute of Management Studies
• Jaya College of Arts and Science
• K.S.R College of Arts and Science
• Janta College
• Sri Vinayaga College of Arts & Science
• Srimad Andavan Arts and Science College
• SRM Arts and Science
• St. Thomas College
• Udaya College of Arts & Science
• Union Christian College
• St. Xavier’s College
• Nallamuthu Gounder Mahalingam College
• Unique College
• Vel’s College Of Science
• Vellore Institute of Technology
• Thanthai Hans Roever College
• The New College
• Nehru Arts and Science College
• Nehru Memorial College
• Noorul Islam College of Arts & Science
• Muthayammal College of Arts and Science
• NDMVP Samaj’s K.T.H.M. College
• PNC & KR College
• Thassim Beevi Abdul Kadar College for Women
• Ponnaiyah Ramajayam Institute of Science & Technology
• Presentation College of Applied Sciences
• Presidency College
• Prince Shri Venkateshwara Arts and Science College
• Professor Dhanapalan College for Women
• PSG College of Arts and Science
• R.K. Institute of Mgt. & Computer Science
• R.V.S College of Arts and Science
• National Arts and Science College

Course Curriculum of Master of Science in Biotechnology

Semester 1

• Cell Biology and Genetics
• Bio molecules
• General Microbiology
• Biophysics & Biostatistics
• Cell Biology and Genetics (Practical)
• Microbiology (Practical)

Semester 2

• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• Immunology
• Computer Applications & Bioinformatics
• Biochemistry
• Molecular Biology & Immunology

Semester 3

• Animal Biotechnology
• Plant Biotechnology
• Genetic Engineering
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Animal Biotechnology
• Environmental Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering

Semester 4

• Bioprocess Engineering & Technology
• Agricultural Biotechnology
• Immunotechnology
• Bioethics
• Bioprocess Engineering
• Agricultural Biotechnology

Text Books on Master of Science in Biotechnology

• An introduction to Practical Biochemistry by Plummer DT
• Biochemistry by Stryer I., H.Freeman
• Cell and Molecular Biology by Karp G
• Essentials of Molecular Biology by David Friefilder, Jones and Barllet
• General Microbiology by Stainer, RY, Ingraham, JL, Wheelis, Painter
• Genes by Lewin
• Genetics by Strickburger
• Human Molecular Genetics by Strachan T
• Lehninger Principle of Biochemistry by Nelson DL
• Microbial Biotechnology by Glazer AN, Nikaido
• Microbiology by Davis BD, Harper and Row
• Principles of Genetics by Gardner EJ and Snustad DP
• Microbiology-Principles and exploration by Black JG
• Molecular Biology by Friedfelder D, Jones
• Molecular Biology of Cell by Alberts B
• Molecular Cell Biology by Lodish
• Physical Chemistry of Macromolecules by Tanford
• Principles and Techniques of Practical Biochemistry by Wilson K
• Principles of cell and Molecular Biology by Kleinsmith LJ & Kish
• Principles of Microbiology by Atlas RM, Mosby
• Proteins-Structure and Molecular Properties by TE Creighton, WH Freeman
• Bioinformatics: A practical guide to the analysis of genes and proteins by Baxevanis A.D and Ovellette
• Textbook of Biotechnology by Das H.K
• Culture of Animal Cells: A Manual of Basic Techniques by R Ian Freshney
• Animal Cell Culture – Practical Approach by John R W Masters
• Fundamentals of Enzymology by Nicoles C Price and Lewis Stevens
• Animal Cell Culture Techniques by Martin Clynes
• Biochemical Reactors by B Atkinson
• Biology of wastewater Treatment by N F Gray
• Fundamentals of ecology by EP Odum and GW Barrett
• An Introduction to Environmental Biotechnology by Milton Wain Wright
• Principles of Fermentation Technology by A. Whittaker and SJ Hall
• Microbial Biotechnology, Principles and Applications by Lee Yuan Kun
• Molecular Cloning: a Laboratory Manual by J Sambrook, E F Fritsch and T Maniatis
• Culture of Animal Cells: A Manual of Basic Techniques by R Ian Freshney

Job and Career after Master of Science in Biotechnology

Job Types

• Microbiologist
• Professor
• Senior Researcher
• Pharmaceutical Bioprocess Supervisor
• Clinical Research Scientist
• Biochemist
• Biotech Security Analyst
• Clinical Research Analyst

Employment Areas

• Agriculture sector
• Chemical industry
• Educational institutions
• Environmental organizations
• Agro Based units
• Aquaculture sector
• Bio processing firms
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Research Labs
• Food processing sector
• Media Houses

Remuneration after Master of Science in Biotechnology

Master of Science in Biotechnology pass outs will be offered remuneration in the range of Rs.20000- 25000/- per month in Public sector organizations. These graduates can look forward to a remuneration of about Rs.35000/- per month in Private sector organizations. Organizations abroad will offer them a remuneration of around Rs.125000/- per month. The exact remuneration offered for these graduates will differ with the job profile and the chosen firm.