Cochin University of Science and Technology Ernakulam
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 1971
- State University
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Biotechnology
Master of Science (M.Sc.) Biotechnology
Course
Cochin University of Science and Technology Ernakulam offers M.Sc General Biotechnology, a three-year study in Biotechnology for those with a BSc in Biotechnology or B.Sc in related subjects from a recognized university. Biotechnology is the study of advanced knowledge of chemistry and biology in the field of technology, engineering and medicine. The study focuses on cell technology, genetics, fermentation technology, advanced biotechnology and the like. The curriculum is a blend of theory and practical sessions that help the students to implement it into day to day life. Cochin University of Science and Technology curriculum includes topics such as advanced biochemistry, advanced genetic engineering, biochemistry, animal cell technology, advanced molecular biology, molecular biology lab, language/biostatistics, bio-instruments, biochemistry lab, bioinformatics, advances in plant biotechnology, fermentation technology, bioinstrumentation lab, plant biotechnology lab, immune technology lab, genomics, IPR and ethical issues, enzyme technology lab, environmental microbiology and waste management, enzyme technology, dissertation, medical biotechnology, food microbiology, genomics and bacterial genomics lab, cancer biology and so on. The areas of employment related to the study are colleges, clinical research centres, universities, pharma marketing companies, medical device manufacturing firms, and much more. The job types for the students are business development manager, analyst (venture-capitalist), lab technician, environmental or safety specialist, engineer (chemical, environmental, electrical, industrial), medical representative, quality control officer, marketing manager, research scientist, and teacher.
Duration: 2 years
Eligibility
Candidates must pass Graduation from a recognized University
Higher Studies
- M.Phil
- Ph.D
Career Opportunities
- Lab Technician
- Business Development Manager
- Engineer (chemical, environmental, electrical, industrial)
- Marketing Manager
- Medical Representative
- Quality Control Officer
- Research Scientist
- Specialist Teacher
