Yenepoya University Mangalore
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 2009
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Medical Biochemistry
M.Sc. Medical Biochemistry
Course
M.Sc. in Medical Biochemistry is a comprehensive study of biological processes with the applicability of chemistry in the procedures. The study of the program deals extensively with the subjects of biology and medicine combined together. This course is extensively career oriented which helps graduates take up lucrative career options after its completion. Furthermore, taking up the study of master’s program in the field of Medical Biochemistry builds a strong foundation for students who wish to pursue research programs in the future.
Duration: M.Sc. Medical Biochemistry is a 2 year postgraduate degree in Biochemistry.
Eligibility
- Candidates are supposed to have qualified their Bachelor’s in Science (B.Sc.) with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks and above from a reputed university listed under UGC/AIU.
- They should have completed their B.Sc. degree in either of the subjects which are Biochemistry, Chemistry, Zoology, Nutrition, Food Sciences, Botany or B.Sc. in Animal Science, Medicine or Veterinary science or Agriculture from relevant universities.
- Applicants will have to qualify the entrance examination conducted by reputed colleges and institutions.
Higher Studies: M.Phil and PhD.
Career Opportunities
There’s a lot of scope for research in the field of medical biochemistry. It’s an upcoming field that has a huge future potential. Biochemistry has applications in healthcare, medicine, nutrition, agriculture, pest control, environment protection, cosmetics and forensic science. Medical biochemists work in the hospitals, pharmaceutical firms, in the manufacturing industries and in research institutes. They are also into development of agriculture practices like pest control, storage and improved cultivation techniques. As a biochemist you can also play an important role in aspects of food safety and nutrition. They can get wok in medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, public health laboratories, agrochemical firms and in food processing industry.
