M.Sc Microbiology

The NMIMS (Deemed to be University) has introduced the M.Sc programme in biological sciences from August 2012. The salient feature of this programme is the emphasis being laid on the overall development of laboratory skills of a student coupled with an expansion of his/her knowledge base through an interdisciplinary course work comprising lectures and practicals in the first year of the course and subsequently fine tuning these skills in a particular area of specialization. While the student will have ample opportunity to acquire hands-on training on modern, sophisticated instruments/equipment, he/she will also be able to benefit from the expertise of one or more faculty, wherever needed. Duration
The M.Sc. Is a two years course which includes four semesters and a six month project work. Intake
A total of 20 seats are available for the M.Sc programme in Bbological sciences.

MICROBIOLOGY is the branch of biology that deals with the microorganisms e. g. bacteria, algae, protozoa etc. It also includes their interactions with humans, animals, plants, and the environment. Job opportunities
The microbiologist work in a wide range of areas and the largest is research and analysis. The another field which requires microbiologist is the manufacturing industry where they work for pharmaceutical, biochemical, biotechnology and agri-chemical companies, food and beverage manufacturer, food safety organisations etc. Environment sector such as water companies also require microbiologist. BIOCHEMISTRY
It is the branch of Science that allows you to study the interaction of biology and chemistry. It is concerned with the chemical processes and physio-chemical processes. It also studies the substances which occur within living organisms. It is a laboratory based Science. Job opportunities
A biochemist can think of working with fields in medical, agriculture, public health care, forensic environment etc. Because of the nature of work there is a tremendous scope of research. Public and Private sector :
Medical Instrument companies
Food and Drink industries
Research Companies Laboratories
Sales and Marketing Firms
Chemical manufacturing companies
Health and Beauty Care
The quality control and safety section in the field of food, pharmaceuticals, health and beauty care, etc. Required safety checks, regulations and quality control. BIOTECHNOLOGY is concerned with development of new technologies by exploiting the biological processes, organisms, cells or cellular components. The basic idea behind biotechnology is to develop new tools and products which are useful in research, agriculture, industry and the clinic. The biotech industry in India holds approximately 2 per cent share of the global biotech industry comprising about 800 companies. Job opportunities
The various industries with job vacancies are pharmaceuticals, healthcare and chemical Industry. Research sectors one of the most lucrative area.