B.Sc.

 in Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Genetics

Duration

3 years (6 semesters)

Eligibility

Pass in 10+2 or its equivalent with Biology as compulsory subject

The Biotechnology curriculum emphasizes on the application of cellular and bio-molecular processes to develop products that help to improve and simplify our lives. It is an interdisciplinary science and involves concepts and theories related to Engineering, Medicine, Biology, Chemistry, and Technology; and covers topics animal biotechnology, fermentation technology, bio-informatics, spoilage of food and preservation. The Biochemistry curriculum emphasizes on the study of chemical processes at the molecular level that occur within living systems. It covers subjects related to metabolism, enzymology, microbiology, buffers, molecular biology, cell biology, bio-informatics, biophysical chemistry, recombinant DNA technology, bioenergetics, genetics, virology, developmental biology, immunology, plant biochemistry, neuro-biochemistry, pathology and biochemistry of diseases and ecological principles. The Genetics curriculum focuses on the application of Biotechnology and Microbiology in genes, expression of genes, genetic variation, gene pool, structure and function of genes and heredity of animals, plants, and human beings. During this course students can build academic networks through seminars, conferences, University-Industry interface, study-tours, student-exchange programs, and internships

Syllabus

Semester-I

Language – I: Kannada

Language – I: Hindi

Language – I: Additional English

Communicative English – I

Cell Biology

General Biochemistry I

Classical Genetics

Environment and Ecosystem Management

Food Nutrition and Health

Constitution of India and Professional Ethics

Cell Biology lab

General Biochemistry I lab

Classical Genetics lab

Semester-II

Language – II: Kannada

Language – II: Hindi

Language – II: Additional English

Communicative English – II

General Microbiology

Biomolecules

Cytogenetics

Analytical techniques in Genetics

Forensic Biology

Environmental Science

General Microbiology lab

Laboratory course II

Cytogenetics lab

Semester-III

Language – II: Kannada

Language – II: Hindi

Language – II: Additional English

Environmental Biotechnology

Human Physiology

Molecular Genetics

Nutritional Biochemistry

Hormonal Biochemistry

Open Elective – Health and Hygiene

Skill Development Program (Mandatory course)

Environmental Biotechnology lab

Laboratory course III

Molecular Genetics lab

Semester-IV

Language – II: Kannada

Language – II: Hindi

Language – II: Additional English

Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering

Biochemical techniques

Developmental Genetics

Animal Biotechnology

Bioinformatics and Biostatistics

Soft Skill Training (Mandatory course)

Skill Development Program (Mandatory course)

Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering Lab

Developmental Genetics Lab

Laboratory Course - IV (Biochemistry)

Semester-V

Immunology

Metabolism I

Human Genetics

Medical Genetics

Applicative Genetics

MOOC/SWAYAM

Skill Development Program

(Mandatory course)

Immunology Lab

Human Genetics Lab

Laboratory Course – V (Biochemistry)

Semester-VI

Plant Biotechnology

Metabolism – II

Evolutionary & Biometrical Genetics

Biochemistry of plant sciences

Biochemistry of animal sciences

Project

Plant Biotechnology Lab

Evolutionary & Biometrical Genetics Lab

Laboratory Course – VI

Course Fee

INR 85000- INR 1 Lac

Future Scope

Students can work in the companies like Biocon, Syngene, LifeCell, Cryoviva, HCG, Indigene, Anand Diagnostics, Indo-American Hybrid Seeds, Molecular Connections, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories and other pharmaceutical units , healthcare sectors, food processing units, enzyme based industries, dairies, wineries and breweries,  clinical and forensic science laboratories, agro chemical companies, food/beverages industries, department of Agriculture, the National Institutes of Health, and the Environmental Protection Agency  as Epidemiologist, Biostatistician  Research Scientist, Scientific Officer, Genetics Laboratory Technician, Forensic Expert, Academic researcher, Biomedical scientist, Biotechnologist, Medicinal chemist, Environmental Biotechnologist, Biotechnology Research Scientist etc. Students can also pursue higher studies by completing M.Sc in Biotechnology, Biochemistry and Genetics, MBA in Healthcare Management or Biotechnology, PGDM or PhD.