University of Calicut, KeralaMaster of Science (MSc) Biotechnology

About the course

Students admitted to the programme are eligible for the award of M.Sc. degree in Biotechnology on successful completion of the course.

The Department had implemented the DBT model curriculum for M.Sc. Biotechnology from academic session 2003-04. The curriculum contains the theoretical and practical courses in Cell Biology, Biomolecules, Microbial Physiology & Genetics, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biochemistry and basic Enzymology, Biology of Immune system, Bioinformatics and Biostatistics in the first and second semesters. During the third and fourth semesters, students are trained in specialized areas of Genetic Engineering, Animal Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, and Bioprocess Engineering and Technology. Elective subjects such as Cell and Molecular Biology, Immunotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Recombinant DNA Technology, and Plant Genetic Engineering are also offered. In the third and fourth semesters, the students shall undertake an independent research project under the guidance of faculty members.

The Department has a strong base in Plant Biotechnology, Immunotechnology, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Recombinant DNA Technology. The Department has close interaction with the Indian Institute of Spices Research, Kozhikode and the Central Plantation Crops Research Institute, Kasargode.

Course title

MSc Biotechnology

Eligibility

Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Course Duration

2 Years

Seats

12 seats

Admission / Hostel Fee

Department Development Fee at the time of admission: Rs.5000/-
Annual fee: Rs.2440/-
Hostel / mess charges: Rs.800/- out of which Rs.650/- refundable.

Fee details presented here are indicative and are subject to change. Students are advised to check with the authorities concerned for the latest information.

Mode of Admission

Admissions are through the Combined Entrance Examination

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