Top Courses after BSc Biotechnology

Several course options prove to be beneficial for students after getting a BSc Biotechnology degree such as:

• MSc in Biotechnology: This is a direct continuation of your undergraduate studies and can deepen your knowledge in specific areas of biotechnology.
• MSc in Bioinformatics: This field combines biology and computer science, focusing on the analysis and interpretation of biological data.
• M.Phil. in Biotechnology: A research-oriented degree that prepares you for further academic pursuits or research positions.
• Certified Clinical Research Associate (CCRA): This certification is relevant for individuals working in clinical research or drug development.

BSc Biotechnology is a very expansive field that opens up several paths for you to pursue after completing your UG degree. You can either choose to do a job at a junior to associate level research positions in a company or research lab or choose to get a higher degree. 

If you decide upon getting a higher degree in India, then you must sit for exams like CUET, Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST), Joint Admission Test for M.Sc. (JAM), and TIFR Graduate School Admissions (GS). While to study abroad, prepare for English proficiency tests (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE) and GRE to get admitted to postgraduate or integrated research courses.   

Some of the the highest paying jobs after BSc Biotechnology involve the job of a research scientist at a prestigious lab or institution, biotechnological engineer, bioinformatics analyst, regulatory affairs specialist, and quality assurance manager. 

Yes, it may be possible for a biotechnologist to earn INR 1 Lacs per month. The amount of salary you get is directly related to your work experience, speacialised skills, and a good position in a growing and high paying company (or sector) such as in a reputed biotech company or phramaceuticals sector. You must be at senior scientist/researcher or managerial roles to get this amount of salary.  

The University of the West of Scotland has five modern and diverse campuses in United Kingdom. The University has welcomed more than 3,000 international students which are representing 1/3 of the globe. They also have 130 European partners who are actively in global study and exchange options through the Commonwealth universities programmes. The University also offers study abroad opportunities for UWS who are eligible for the same and also have more than 20 transnational education partners worldwide which helps them deliver UWS Bachelors and Masters Degrees around the world.

The application process at the University of Manchester may vary depending on the course and level of study. However, here is the application process for UG and PG courses: 

The Undergraduate Application Process:  

Step 1:  You can apply through the UCAS common application portal.

Step 2: Go to the website and select the course you are interested in.

Step 3: Ensure you meet the Entry requirements (Academic qualifications, English proficiency, etc.

Step 4: Once you decide on the course, submit documents such as SOP, Transcripts and personal statements. 

Check out:  tips to improve your SOP. 

Step 5: You can track the application's progress through your given credentials by UCAS. 

Step 6: Once the applicant submits the application to UCAS, it forwards to the University, and the admission teams carefully analyse the application document.

Step 7: The university will send you an offer letter once selected. Hence keep checking your UCAS portal for your application status.

The Postgraduate application process: 

Step 1: Select the postgraduate course you are interested in from the University of Manchester.\

Step 2: Ensure you meet the entry requirements for the chosen program, as they vary depending on the course.

Step 3: Complete the online application by providing your personal information.

Step 4: Upload the required documents, such as Academic transcripts and proof of English language proficiency ( TOEFL/ IELTS). experience in your fields and references (depending on the course). You also may require Two LORs depending on the course. 

To make your admission better, check out the following: How Admission Officers Evaluate your application. 

Step 5:  If your application is successful, you will receive an offer from the University of Manchester. 

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With a 70% acceptance rate, the University of Hertfordshire is not hard to get into and follows easy selection criteria during admissions. This does not mean the university accepts all the students applying for different programs. The selection is based on academic performance, English language requirements, references, and many more. Some of the programs at Hertfordshire even demand an experience of 4-5 years. Students must fulfill the eligibility criteria to enroll in any programme at Hertfordshire University. In addition, students with average performance can showcase their relevant experience or extracurricular activities participation to increase their selection probability.