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M.Sc. in Microbial Technology ( M.Sc. MT)

Course Duration

4 Semesters
(2 Years)

Eligibility Criteria

B.Sc. in any field of Life Sciences/ Agricultural Sciences/ Medical Sciences securing at least 60% marks (40 % in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ST) in aggregate of all optional subjects from any recognized University/ Institute or any other qualification recognized as equivalent thereto, are eligible.

Overview

The Masters’ program in Microbial Technology is Industry Integrated Program with a special focus on the applied aspects of microbiology in various specialized areas of science and technology such as industry, agriculture, and medicine. Microbial Technology emphasizes hands-on learning through laboratories sessions, internships, skill development programs conducted every semester.

Programme Highlights

  • Industry-Oriented Curriculum – Designed with a strong focus on technological applications, offering elective choices to align with industry and research needs.
  • Skill Development Program – Skill development programs conducted in collaboration with GKVK, K2VR Analytical Research, XCyton Diagnostics Ltd, Azyme Biosciences Pvt. Ltd., Aspartika Biotech Pvt. Ltd., and Criyagen Agri and Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
  • Offering Certificate Programs – Certificate programs in collaboration with Neuberg Anand Academy of Laboratory Medicine Pvt. Ltd., Shriram Institute for Industrial Research, Cancyte Technologies and Azyme Biosciences Pvt. Ltd. for each of the specializations offered.
  • Project-Based Learning – Offering paid internships at reputed industries and research organizations such as CFTRI, Genei Pvt. Ltd., Arna Dairy, Neuberg Anand Lab., Apollo Hospitals and DRDO.
  • Global Exposure and Collaboration – Student exchange programs in collaboration with foreign universities, with guidance from international faculty and industry experts.
ICAR – NIVEDI, Bangalore UAS, Bangalore NDRI, Bangalore
NIAB, Hyderabad ICAR-NBAIR, Bangalore Credora Life Sciences
CCMB, Hyderabad Cytecare Cancer Hospital Criyagen Agri Biotech Pvt Ltd.,
NIPGR, New Delhi Vittarthaa Life Science, Bangalore Azyme Biosciences Pvt. Ltd.,
Trans Disciplinary University, Bangalore Cymbio Pharma, Bangalore DR Bioscience Pvt. Ltd.,
Indian Institute of Sciences (IISc), Bengaluru. Xcyton Pvt. Ltd.,  

Course Curriculum

01Microbial Diversity

02Microbiological Methods

03Bioanalytical Techniques

04Research Methodology

05Microbiology for Sustainable Environment

06Agricultural Microbiology

07Microbial Metabolites

08Microbial Diversity Lab

09Microbiological Methods Lab

10Bioanalytical Techniques Lab

01Microbial Metabolism and Physiology

02Molecular Microbial Genetics

03Bioinformatics and Biostatistics

04Entrepreneurship in Life Sciences

05Microbial Food Processing

06Molecular Immunology

07Molecular Enzymology

08Microbial Metabolism and Physiology Lab

09Molecular Microbial Genetics Lab

10Bioinformatics and Biostatistics Lab

11Soft Skill Training

Specialization in Industrial & Food Microbiology

01Food Microbiology

02Bioprocess Technology

03Food Chemistry and Processing

04Food Microbiology Lab

05Bioprocess Technology Lab

06Food Chemistry and Processing Lab

Specialization in Agriculture & Environmental Microbiology

01Soil Microbiology

02Plant Pathology

03Biomass and Energy Systems

04Soil Microbiology Lab

05Plant Pathology Lab

06Biomass and Energy Systems Lab

Specialization in Medical and Pharmaceutical Microbiology

01Clinical Microbiology

02Medical Biochemistry

03Pharmaceutical Microbiology

04Clinical Microbiology Lab

05Medical Biochemistry Lab

06Pharmaceutical Microbiology Lab

Common Programs for All specializations

01Nanobiotechnology and Space Microbiology

02Marine Microbiology

03Organic Farming

04Skill Enhancement Program

05AI Techniques in Biological Science

01Industrial Project/ Internship

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO-1

Become a professional Microbiologist with academic excellence, ethics and communication skills and perform in a team.

PEO-2

Equip with necessary analytical and research skills to establish themselves as a competent scientist/microbiologist.

PEO-3

Become successful entrepreneurs with an ability to develop new products/processes with an attitude of lifelong learning.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

After successful completion of program, the graduates will be able to:

PO 1

Master of Science Knowledge- Apply the knowledge of microbiology and applied microbiology to the solution of complex biological problems.

PO 2

Problem analysis- Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex biological problems reaching substantiated conclusions using various principles of life science domain and microbiology.

PO 3

Design/development of solutions- Design solutions for complex biological problems and design protocols or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, conservation of biodiversity, better understanding of the microorganisms and necessary tools for finding solutions of various crippling human/plant diseases with ethical, societal, and environmental considerations.

PO 4

Conduct investigations of complex problems- Use the various protocols developed through extensive research-based knowledge and methods including design of experiments, analysis, and interpretation of data, and provide valid and reproducible conclusions.

PO 5

Environment and sustainability- Apply the classic and modern biological theoretical and practical knowledge gained to address societal, health, microbial and plant biodiversity studies, safety, ethical and cultural issues, and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional upgradation of the student and society as a need for sustainable development.

PO 6

Ethics- Apply ethical principles established by different government agencies and commit to research ethics, responsibilities, and norms to undertake their current and future research and development.

PO 7

Individual and team work- Be an independent thinker and researcher effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of different teams, and in multidisciplinary research Institutions and Universities.

PO 8

Communication- Communicate effectively on complex research activities with the scientific community and with society at large, as a scientist or a teacher, be well versed with scientific writing and write effective reports and design research projects, make effective presentations, and be able to defend it efficiently.

PO 9

Project management and finance- Write good research and development projects relevant to the needs of society and environment and attract extra mural funds for himself and his team in the Institute or University from various funding agencies and manage R&D projects effectively.

PO 10

Life-long learning- Apply the discipline, ethics and knowledge obtained to engage in independent and life-long learning in their respective fields of interest wherever they go for further higher studies or jobs.

PO 11

Entrepreneurial Skills- Apply knowledge acquired in the domain of Life Sciences in industrial, healthcare, agricultural, or environmental sectors to develop entrepreneurial skills.

Programme Specific Outcomes

After successful completion of the programme, the graduates shall be able to

  • PSO1 Understand about environmental microbiology, food & diary Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, and many other technologies involved in microbiology industries and academic institutions.
  • PSO2 Provide a strong foundation for a career working skills with project management, business development or venture capital within the microbiology, agriculture, food, environment, medical technology, or related industries.
  • PSO3 Utilize the skills to design, perform and analyses a research problem which has a social relevance and outcome with acquired skills of presentation and scientific writing.

Career Opportunities

There are wide range of career options for students graduated in M.Sc. Microbial Technology Program in various domains of Life Sciences at industries, research organizations, state and central universities, agriculture universities, hospitals, diagnostic laboratories.

Job Profile includes Microbiologist, nutritionist, project assistant, research assistant, research analyst, clinical research associates, teaching assistant, and start-ups.

Core Modules

  • Microbiological Methods
  • Molecular Microbial Genetics
  • Bioanalytical Techniques
  • Microbial Metabolism and Physiology
  • Microbial Diversity
  • Bioinformatics and Biostatistics
  • Food Microbiology
  • Bioprocess Technology
  • Food Chemistry and Processing
  • Soil Microbiology
  • Plant Pathology
  • Biomass and energy systems
  • Clinical Microbiology
  • Medical Biochemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Fee
  • Indian / SAARC Nationals₹ 1000
  • NRI Fee ₹ 2000
  • Foreign NationalsUS$ 50
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