M.Tech Virology

Master of Technology in Virology

M.Tech Virology or Master of Technology in Virology is a Post-Graduate Biomedical Engineering course. The Master of Technology degree program in Virology is the study of viruses and virus-like agents and their structure, classification, and evolution, their ways to infect and exploit cells for virus reproduction, the diseases they cause, the techniques to isolate and culture them, and their use in research and therapy.

The Master of Technology degree program in Virology is a focused, unique, need-oriented, and flexible postgraduate course for cultivating and developing adequately trained human resources in virology for the academy, industry, and health sectors. The Master of Technology degree program in Virology is an important interdisciplinary science integrating both basic and applied aspects in the areas of infectious diseases and public health.

M.Tech Virology Eligibility        

• The aspiring candidates must have qualified for their B.Tech degree or any equivalent qualification from a recognized University.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor's.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct entrance examinations for admission.

M.Tech Virology Syllabus

Syllabus of Virology course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Tech Virology College

• Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati

M.Tech Virology Course Suitability

• Applicants willing to have comprehensive theoretical knowledge of and practical training in animal virology including mechanisms of virus spread, disease causation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of viral infections of major significance to public health are suitable for the course.
• The Master of Technology course in Virology is suitable for students who wish to pursue a career in academic or industrial research and it will provide a solid foundation for those who intend to go on to study for a Ph.D.
• Candidates should possess skills like observation, communication, analysis, critical thinking, reasoning, problem-solving, and perseverance.
• Applicants willing to further research degrees also are a good suit for this course.

How is the M.Tech Virology Course Beneficial?

• It helps to introduce, update and strengthen basic concepts in scientific disciplines (Immunology, biotechnology, vaccinology, biology of infection, and diagnostic virology) necessary to diagnose, monitor, and prevent communicable viral diseases of major public health importance.
• The Master's degree course in Virology provides analytical thinking such as analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• They can take up science writing as a career, and write articles for common people and professional microbiologists.
• They can also have to teach jobs in colleges and universities both on a private and permanent basis after passing UGC-NET conditions.

M.Tech Virology Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Government Hospitals
• Human Immunology laboratory
• Private Clinics
• Pharma Companies
• Research Centres

M.Tech Virology Job Types

• Assistant Professor
• Laboratory Assistant
• Research Associate
• Scientific Services Sales Associate
• Virologist

Advanced Course in M.Tech Virology

• Ph.D