MSc Marine Biotechnology

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Master of Science in Marine Biotechnology

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

MSc Marine Biotechnology or Master of Science in Marine Biotechnology is a Post-Graduate Biotechnology course. The application of molecular and cellular biology to marine and freshwater species with the aim of finding, creating, and improving products generated from these creatures is known as marine biotechnology.

Candidates for the Master of Science in Marine Biotechnology are introduced to a variety of topics such as Fundamentals of Oceanography, Cell Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology, Genetic Engineering, Immunology Applications, and so on. The course takes two years to complete and is broken into four semesters. The Master's degree program is useful and career-oriented.

MSc Marine Biotechnology Eligibility

  • They should have Bachelor’s degree in Science (Botany / Zoology / Chemistry / Biochemistry/  Biotechnology / Bio-informatics Technology) / Agriculture and Medicine / Life Sciences / Biology as the Main/Ancillary subject.
  • The candidates should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent in their Bachelor's.

MSc Marine Biotechnology Syllabus

Syllabus of Marine Biotechnology Course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

MSc Marine Biotechnology Semester-I

Sr. No. 

Subjects of Study

1

Cell Biology and Genetics

2

Enzymology

3

Fundamentals of Oceanography

4

Marine Microbiology

5

Principles of Biochemistry

MSc Marine Biotechnology Semester-II

1

Enzyme Technology

2

Marine Biology

3

Molecular Biology

4

Microbial Technology

5

Principles of Biochemistry-II

MSc Marine Biotechnology Semester-III

1

Bioactive Marne Natural Products

2

Genetic Engineering

3

Marine Pollution

4

Marine Living Resources

5

Principles of Immunology

MSc Marine Biotechnology Semester-IV

1

Applications of Immunology

2

Application of Biotechnology

3

Bioactive Marine Natural Products-II

4

Environmental Monitoring and Biodeterioration

5

Genetic Engineering-II

 

MSc Marine Biotechnology Colleges

MSc Marine Biotechnology Course Suitability

  • They should be well-versed in technology, math, and information technology.
  • They should be good at organization, teamwork, practical thinking, and common sense.
  • He should be able to remain calm under pressure and know how to control the issue. Once in the profession, one should keep his expertise up to date and be informed of the current advancements.
  • They must be informed of health and safety procedures. Furthermore, he should like maritime travel and be committed to his profession.

How is the MSc Marine Biotechnology Course Beneficial?

  • They can hire marine biotechnologists after completing the Master's degree program. The increasing usage of marine goods in the culinary, cosmetic, and agricultural industries has resulted in a current demand that we can only satisfy.
  • Candidates may be engaged in the bio-processing industries' planning, production, and management.
  • There are several job prospects at research facilities run by both the government and the private sector.
  • Marine Biotechnology students in India may find employment as research scientists/assistants at government-based entities such as universities, research institutions, or private facilities.
  • They can also find work in specialist biotechnology corporations or biotechnology-related firms such as pharmaceutical firms, food manufacturers, aquaculture, and agricultural enterprises.

MSc Marine Biotechnology Job Types

  • Assistant Professor - Marine Biotechnology
  • Customer Service Manager / Commercial Cum Operations Manager - Marine
  • Distribution Manager - Pharmacy Industry
  • Export & Import Specialist - Biotechnology Products
  • Industry Analyst - Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Marine Project Design Manager
  • Marine Executive Surveyor / Marine Technical Executive
  • Voice Support Officer - Technical and Non-Technical