M.Sc. (Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology)
Master of Science in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

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M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology or Master of Science in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology is a postgraduate Microbiology course. Candidates will study a range of subjects in considerable depth, including bioactive compounds, industrial bioprocesses, microbial physiology and fermentation technology, microbial production of novel metabolites, monitoring and control of fermentation, topics in biotechnology, and types of bioreactors. The program also offers a variety of research fields including Industrial Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Fermentation Technology, Food Science and Technology and Food Safety and Quality Management. The duration of the course is two years and it is job orienting in natures which opens a lot of scopes for them after its completion.

M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology Eligibility 

• B.Sc. or any other equivalent qualification in relevant subject with minimum 60% marks
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct entrance examination to get admission to the degree course.

M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology Syllabus

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M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology Colleges

• Veerangna Awanti Bai P.G. College
• Banasthali University

M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology Course Suitability

• It is suitable for those aspiring to be researchers and managers in the biotechnology / pharmaceutical industries or other bio-sectors.
• They should require utmost dedication apart from having scientific and analytical temper, interest in research, observant attitude and determination.
• Candidates must possess diligence, ability to work in a team of professionals, good communication skills and hard work.
• They should also possess good communication and internal personal skills.

How is M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology Course Beneficial?

• Course provides students with an understanding of the roles that plants, animals and microorganisms play in production agriculture, and the development of foods and bio-products.
• It provides an introduction to conventional and biotechnological applications of microbiology and food science technology in pre- and post harvest agri-food and bio-product industries.
• This program is designed to meet the industry’s growing demand for people with expertise in applied microbiology and biotechnology.
• Career paths vary from technical to managerial in the areas of general microbiology, environmental science, medical science and biotechnology (including pharmaceuticals).
• Course helps to work in laboratories located in research organizations, hospitals, food and beverage industries, and pharmaceuticals firms.

M.Sc. Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology Job Types

• Trainee - Biotechnology
• Biotechnology Patent Analyst
• Bioinformatics Scientist
• Research Associate - Biologics
• Medical Coder Trainee
• Assistant Professor

Advance Course in Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

• Ph.D. (Microbiology)