Cochin University of Science and Technology Kochi Answered Questions

M.Sc. in Biotechnology graduates from CUSAT can find employment in research institutes, biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical & nutraceutical sectors, pharmacovigilance, and other organizations involved in R & D. They can also pursue research programmes in national/international laboratories or find employment in industries, educational institutions, and other organizations involved in medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and environmental biotechnology sectors.

In M.Sc. Biotechnology at CUSAT, you study subjects such as cellular and molecular biology, rDNA technology, genetic engineering, immunology, bioprocess technology, enzymology, and bioinformatics, along with elective subjects like environmental biotechnology, animal biotechnology, nano biotechnology, medical and industrial Biotechnology.

The M.Sc. in Physics at CUSAT is a two-year programme that includes intense training in both experimental and theoretical physics. The syllabus is based on CBCS and OBE, and it covers various topics in physics, including classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. The programme consists of four semesters, with each semester having a different set of courses. Some of the courses included in the syllabus are:
Classical MechanicsElectromagnetismQuantum MechanicsStatistical MechanicsMathematical PhysicsComputational PhysicsSolid State PhysicsNuclear Physics
The programme also includes laboratory courses, seminars, and project work. The eligibility for the programme is a bachelor's degree in Physics with at least 55% marks.

Yes, there are exceptions or exemptions for the 60% eligibility requirement for admission to MSc in Environmental Science and Technology at CUSAT. Candidates belonging to SC/ST communities are eligible for admission with a pass in the qualifying examination with 50% marks.

To get admission to Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) at CUSAT, candidates must pass with a minimum of 80% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in their 12th standard. The eligibility requirement for admission is a pass in the 12th standard with a minimum of 80% marks in PCM. The number of seats available for this programme is 20.

The eligibility criteria for admission to CUSAT for M.Sc. in Forensic Science are:
- B.Sc. Degree in Forensic Science/ B.Voc. Forensic Science/ B.Voc. Applied Microbiology & Forensic Science
- Students from all streams mentioned in the admission criteria of M.Sc. Forensic Science programme.

Minimum Qualifications Required for Applying:
At the time of admission the candidate should have passed plus two examination with at least 60% marks including languages in Science group/Commerce group or with at least 55% marks including languages in Arts/Humanities stream.
Candidates belonging to SC/ST communities or belonging to SEBC communities with a pass in the plus two examination with 50% percent marks are entitled to seek admission.

The eligibility criteria for admission to CUSAT for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering are:
- Pass in Plus Two Examination of the State of Kerala or any other examination accepted as equivalent thereto with a minimum of 50% marks in Mathematics and 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics put together.
- For SEBC candidates, a minimum of 45% marks in Mathematics and 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics put together.
- For SC/ST candidates, a pass in the Plus Two Examination of the State of Kerala or any other examination accepted as equivalent thereto.

No, you cannot get admission to Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech. Lateral Entry) with 60% in Class 12 at CUSAT. The eligibility criteria for B.Tech. Lateral Entry at CUSAT requires a 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology with not less than 60% marks, not Class 12 marks.