M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology

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Master of Science in Microbiology & Immunology

Duration

2 Years

Level

Post Graduation

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Graduation

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology or Master of Science in Microbiology & Immunology is a postgraduate Microbiology program. The Master of Science course in Microbiology & Immunology helps to provide training in theoretical and practical aspects of microbiology and immunology, with emphasis on molecular biological techniques and the interactions at the interface between microbes and the immune system.

Students will gain basic and advanced knowledge of important viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections. Students will learn about clinically relevant pathogens through an introductory module on Medical Microbiology and two specialized modules on Bacterial and Viral Pathogenesis.

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Eligibility   

  • Candidates must have qualified for their Graduation degree in a relevant subject or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • The students should have secured at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in their Bachelor's.
  • The candidate should clear the common entrance exam conducted by the University for the Course.

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Syllabus

Syllabus of Microbiology & Immunology course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Semester-I

Sr. No. 

Subjects of Study

1

Bioinformatics

2

Biostatistics and Math

3

Bio Analytical Techniques

4

General Microbiology

5

Microbial Biochemistry

6

Practicals

  • Bioinformatics Lab
  • Biochemistry & Bioanalytical Techniques Lab
  • General Microbiology & Biostatistics Lab

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Semester-II

1

Environmental Microbiology

2

Immunology

3

Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics

4

Systemic Virology, Systemic Bacteriology, and Mycology

5

Practicals

  • Environmental Microbiology Lab
  • Immunology, Bacteriology & Mycology Lab
  • Molecular Biology, Microbial Genetics, and Virology Lab

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Semester-III

1

Food, Dairy, and Agricultural Microbiology

2

Fermentation Technology and Industrial Microbiology

3

Microbial Genomics and Proteomics

4

Nanobiotechnology

5

Recombinant DNA Technology

6

Practicals

  • Fermentation Technology & Recombinant DNA Technology Lab
  • Food, Dairy, Agricultural Microbiology & Microbial Genomics & Proteomics Lab
  • Nanobiotechnology Lab

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Semester-IV

1

IPR, Patent, Trademarks & Bioethics

2

Project Work (Six Months)

 

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Colleges 

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Course Suitability

  • The Master of Science course in Microbiology & Immunology is suitable to enhance the training of scientists studying the interactions between microbes and the immune system and for those students wishing to enter a research career and gain high-level skills in Microbiology and Immunology.
  • They also must have good problem-solving skills; high levels of accuracy and attention to detail and good team-working skills.
  • They also required the ability to lead a team; excellent spoken and written communication skills; the ability to work with statistics and relevant computer packages. 
  • They should possess the ability to keep up with the latest scientific developments; an inquiring mind; clear and logical thinking.

How is the M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Course Beneficial?

  • The Master of Science course in Microbiology & Immunology is beneficial for students who are interested in a research career or who are interested in acquiring research skills.
  • After passing the Microbiology & Immunology course they can go for further research studies such as a PhD degree or then higher ones.

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Employment Areas

  • Content Writing (Medical)
  • Community Health Centres
  • Government Hospitals / Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Military Healthcare Services
  • Research Institutes & Medical Colleges
  • Water Companies & Environment Control Agency

M.Sc Microbiology & Immunology Job Types

  • Analyst
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Lecturer, Reader & Professor
  • Microbiologist
  • Medical Representative
  • Scientist or Technician
  • Technical or Science Writer