Biological Science

Biosciences students have good chances to work with NGOs and healthcare organisation. Many NGOs hire students for roles like public health awarness, health education and research projects in communities. For example, students can help in vaccintion drives, disease prevention compaigns or environmental projects focusing on biodiversity and sustainability. Health care organisation alo need biosciences graduates for clinical research, lab testing and managing health programs. Students can work on research trails for new medicines on assist in hospitals with disease monitoring and patient care studies. These roles give practical experience and help students understand real world health and environmental issues. Many graduates also get opportunities to work with international organizations focused on food security, health promotion and disease research, making it possible to gain exposure at both national and global levels. Overall biosciences students have wide options to use their skills for public good.

Exams and evaluations for Biosciences students are not limited to just written tests. In programs such as B.Sc. Industrial Microbiology or M.Sc. Botany evaluation happens throughout the semester with regular class tests, practical assessments, project submissions and interactive presentations. Practical learning is strongly emphasized so lab performance, record maintenance and viva questions carry good weightage. Research oriented courses may also require students to submit term papers or present findings from small projects. End semester exams test theoretical understanding but internal evaluations give equal importance to communication skills, teamwork and problem solving ability. By combining continuous assessments with final exams the system reduces stress and encourages consistent study habits. Students feel more confident as they know their performance in labs, fieldwork and projects is valued as much as their written knowledge.

In the Biosciences department, safety and ethics are treated as a serious part of training. From B.Sc. Botany and Zoology to M.Sc. Microbiology, students go through orientation sessions that focus on lab discipline and standard operating procedures. They are guided on how to deal with accidents, use first aid in case of chemical spills, and report any mishandling immediately. Special sessions are also organized where faculty talk about ethical practices in scientific research—like honesty in reporting data, giving credit to sources, and ensuring experiments are environmentally sustainable. Students also learn about biohazard labeling and safe storage of cultures or specimens. By combining safety and ethical practices, the department prepares students to work confidently in industries like pharmaceuticals, food processing, and research labs, where such skills are not just expected but absolutely necessary.

Access to updated journals and research databases is very important for biosciences students, and it is made available for them. This is clear from the fact that in different fields like mycology, insect taxonomy, industrial microbiology, nutraceuticals, and bioremediation, students and researchers are actively publishing their work. Till now, more than 230 + papers have been published, which shows continuous use of such resources. Also, with 2 patents already granted and 3 more filed, students are working on innovative ideas that come only after reading updated scientific content. These journals give exposure to international research methods, modern experiments, and recent case studies. For example, in areas like antimicrobials or animal biotechnology, students can follow new trends directly from global research papers. With such access, biosciences students can stay updated, improve their knowledge, and also think about creating their own research contributions.

The candidates seeking admission to the PG-level programme and unable to decide which college to get in can compare them. Considering the course fee, MSc tuition fee at MIT School of Bioengineering Sciences range from INR 1.9 Lacs to INR 3 lakh. Additionally, the fee for MSc at Symbiosis School of Biological Sciences range from INR 4.8 Lacs and INR 5 lakh. Hence, the fee is slightly higher at Symbiosis.

However, it must be noted that the mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative. Candidates can further also compare the two colleges based on other parameters, such as ranking, placements, location, and more.