MSc Medical Biotechnology

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Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) or Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology is a Post-Graduate Biotechnology course. Medical Biotechnology covers the molecular biology, fermentation, and engineering processes involved in producing current and new therapeutic agents, and the ways in which biotechnology developments are commercialized. The duration of the Master of Science in Medical Biotechnology is mostly two academic years divided into four semesters but it varies from institute to institute. The Chettinad Academy of Research and Education is providing this course for two years. The minimum time to complete the course is two years and the nature of it is career-orienting and job-providing.

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Eligibility

  • B.Sc (Hons.) Life Sciences / B.Tech in Biotechnology degree with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate.
  • Applicants who are due to appear in the qualifying examinations as outlined above can also appear in the admission test provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria at the time of counseling.

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Syllabus

Syllabus of Medical Biotechnology as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Semester-I

Sr. No.

Subjects of Study

1

Biochemistry and Bio-Molecules

2

Molecular Genetics

3

Practical I

  • Biochemistry
  • Molecular Cell Biology
  • Molecular Genetics

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Semester-II

1

Enzyme Technology

2

Tissue Engineering

3

Practical II

  • Microbiology and Microbial Bio-Process Technology

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Semester-III

1

Genetic Engineering

2

Plant Biotechnology

3

Practical III

  • Genetic Engineering
  • Plant Biotechnology

4

Elective

  • Biophysics, Biostatistics, and computer applications
  • Bioethics, Bio-Safety, IPR, Human Rights, and Social Issues
  • Biotech Industrial Work Experience, Projects, Workshop in House Training

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Semester-IV

1

Genomics and Proteomics

2

Immunology and Immuno-Technology

3

Principles of Gene Manipulation Technology

4

Projects Dissertation and Viva Voce

5

Elective

  • Environmental and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  • Extra-Disciplinary: Introduction to Fermentation Biotechnology
  • Nano-Biotechnology

 

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Colleges

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Course Suitability

  • The course is suitable for those who have the technique of training with the planning, execution, and communication skills necessary to successfully conduct research and development in medical biotechnology.
  • They should also be able to conduct basic project management and product development practices along with the regulatory structures that impact R&D in biotechnology.
  • Other skills necessary for it are effective interpersonal and professional communication, both oral and written.

How is M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Course Beneficial?

  • The course prepares students for leadership in the critically important and dynamic industries of biotechnology and pharmaceuticals.
  • It is beneficial for further studies such as M.Phil and Ph.D.
  • They can go for teaching jobs both in schools and colleges after having certain qualifications such as B.Ed. and NET exam.

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Employment Areas

  • Colleges & Universities
  • Medical/Healthcare Services
  • Bincon India Ltd.
  • Hindustan Lever Ltd.
  • Hindustan Antibiotics
  • Indo-American Hybrid Seeds
  • National Botanical Institute / National Chemical Laboratories
  • Thapar Group
  • Tata Engineering Research Institute

M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology) Job Types

  • Area Sales Executive
  • Medical Advisor / Manager Medical Advisor
  • Medical Representative / Medical Records Sr. Representative
  • Medical Reviewer / Medical Transcriptionist
  • Medical Services Manager / Medical Data Analyst
  • Sales Supervisor
  • Strategic Medical Affairs Manager
  • Trainee Medical Representative

Similar Course in M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology)

  • M.Tech (Medical Biotechnology)

Advanced Course in M.Sc (Medical Biotechnology)

  • PhD