M.Sc. Microbiology
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M.Sc. Microbiology
Microbiology is known as the study of microorganisms. This includes the study of unicellular or single-celled, multicellular or a cell colony, or even those microorganisms lacking any kind of proper cell body. The subject of Microbiology is a vast subject, including numerous sub-disciplines like Virology, Parasitology, Mycology and Bacteriology. Microbiology overlaps the various other degree areas of biology like as Molecular Biology, Genetics & Immunology. The scope of Microbiology is huge because of the involvement of microbiology in various fields such as Pharmacy, Medicine, Clinical Research, Agriculture, Dairy Industry, Water Industry, Nanotechnology & Chemical Technology.
- Candidates must have secured 45% (40% for SC/ST) in aggregate with Microbiology / Botany / Zoology / Molecular Biology as one of the cognate subjects at B.Sc., level.
Choice Based Credit System
First Semester :
Paper Code |
HC/SC |
T/P |
Title of the Paper |
Teaching hours |
Exam hours |
Marks |
Credits |
||
IA |
Exam |
Total |
|
||||||
22MHCT101 |
HC |
T |
Fundamentals of Microbiology & |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MHCT102 |
HC |
T |
Virology & |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MHCT103 |
HC |
T |
Microbial Physiology & |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
Choose two among the three Soft Core subjects |
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22MSCT104 |
SC |
T |
Microbial Ecology |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
|
|
& Biodiversity |
100 |
4 |
|||||||
22MSCT105 |
SC |
T |
Techniques in |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
||
Microbiology |
100 |
4 |
|||||||
22MSCT106 |
SC |
T |
Applied |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
||
Microbiology |
|
|
|||||||
22MHCP107 |
HC |
P |
Practical I |
4 |
6 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
2 |
22MSCP108 |
HC |
P |
Practical II |
4 |
6 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
2 |
Total |
600 |
24 |
Second Semester :
Paper Code |
HC/SC |
T/P |
Title of the Paper |
Teaching hours |
Exam hours |
Marks |
Credits |
||
IA |
Exam |
Total |
|||||||
22MHCT201 |
HC |
T |
Microbial Genetics |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MHCT202 |
HC |
T |
Immunology |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MHCT203 |
HC |
T |
Molecular Biology |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
Choose two among the three Soft Core subjects |
|||||||||
22MSCT204 |
SC |
T |
Genetic |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 100 |
4 4 |
22MSCT205 |
SC |
T |
Environmental |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
||
22MSCT206 |
SC |
T |
Biochemistry & |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
||
22MHCP207 |
HC |
P |
Practical III |
4 |
6 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
2 |
22MSCP208 |
HC |
P |
Practical IV |
4 |
6 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
2 |
Total |
600 |
24 |
First Semester :
Paper Code |
HC/SC |
T/P |
Title of the Paper |
Teaching hours |
Exam hours |
Marks |
Credits |
||
IA |
Exam |
Total |
|
||||||
22MHCT301 |
HC |
T |
Medical |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MHCT302 |
HC |
T |
Food Microbiology |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MHCT303 |
HC |
T |
Industrial |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
Choose two among the three Soft Core subjects |
|||||||||
22MSCT304 |
SC |
T |
Agricultural |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 100 |
4 4 |
22MSCT305 |
SC |
T |
Clinical & |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
||
22MSCT306 |
SC |
T |
Soil Microbiology |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
||
22MHCP307 |
HC |
P |
Practical V |
4 |
6 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
2 |
22MSCP308 |
HC |
P |
Practical VI |
4 |
6 |
20 |
40 |
50 |
2 |
Total |
600 |
24 |
Fourth Semester :
Paper Code |
HC/SC |
T/P |
Title of the Paper |
Teaching hours |
Exam hours |
Marks |
Credits |
||
IA |
Exam |
Total |
|||||||
22MOET401 |
OE |
T |
Research Methodology |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
4 |
22MOET402 |
OE |
T |
SWAYAM/MOOC |
4 |
3 |
– |
100 |
100 |
4 |
22MOET402 |
OE |
T |
Molecular |
3+1 |
3 |
40 |
60 |
100 |
Optional 4 |
22MMAP403 |
HC |
PR |
Major Project |
|
|
50 |
150 |
200 |
8 |
Total |
400 |
16 |
M. Sc Microbiology have a wide range of jobs which one can choose from the sectors where a graduate can be employed in the pharmaceutical industries, opportunities exist in the R&D division. Agricultural Research, Microbiologists are recruited for conducting research.
Microbiology and Immunology provide major inputs to biotechnology and hence several organizations involved in Biotechnological research offer opportunities. To handle industrial production organisms or cultures on various aspects including preservation and maintenance and carry out various microbiological operations involved in bacterial and fungal fermentations from Lab-scale to Pilot-scale to Industrial-scale.
Some of the job opportunities after graduation are:
- Teaching faculty
- Microbiologist
- Research Officer
- Assistant Professor
- Chief Hygienist
- Clinical Executive
- Demonstrator
- Microbiology Lab Technician
- Quality Control Executive
List of Programme outcomes
These outcomes are designed to ensure that students acquire a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and develop essential skills for their careers in the field. Here are some typical program outcomes:
- Basic Knowledge: Graduates should demonstrate a deep understanding of the fundamental principles, concepts, and theories in biochemistry, biotechnology, and microbiology.
- Practical Skills: Graduates should be proficient in laboratory techniques, including molecular biology, cell culture, protein purification, and microbiological methods.
- Critical Thinking: Graduates should be able to critically analyze scientific literature, design experiments, and evaluate data to solve complex biological problems.
- Research Skills: Graduates should have experience in conducting independent research, including formulating research questions, designing experiments, and collecting and interpreting data.
- Communication Skills: Graduates should be able to effectively communicate scientific findings and ideas through written reports, oral presentations, and scientific publications.
- Ethical and Professional Conduct: Graduates should understand and adhere to ethical standards in research and demonstrate professionalism in their interactions with colleagues and the community.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Graduates should be proficient in identifying and solving biological problems using critical thinking and scientific methods.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Graduates should be able to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, recognizing the importance of collaboration in scientific research and industry settings.
- Entrepreneurial and Innovation Skills: Graduates should have the ability to identify opportunities for innovation and entrepreneurship in the life sciences sector.
- Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Graduates should be aware of safety protocols and regulatory requirements related to biological research and biotechnology applications.
- Global Perspective: Graduates should understand the global impact of biotechnology and microbiology on society, including ethical, environmental, and economic considerations.
- Continuous Learning: Graduates should recognize the importance of lifelong learning and professional development to stay current in the field.
- Application Fee: ₹300
- Course Fee: ₹45,000 per year