Overview

In foster research and development activities in major thrust areas like Translational Research, Molecular Toxicology, Plant Metabolic Engineering, Molecular Microbiology, Plant Genetic Engineering, and Molecular Therapeutics.

The Biotechnology department at Bharathiar University is engaged in various innovative projects in the disciplines mentioned, funded by different agencies like DRDO, DBT, UGC, DST, CSIR, TNCSTE, UKIERI, DIPAS and AICTE. To cap, our department is identified for financial assistance by DST-FIST and UGC-SAP (Phase II) Program.

The teaching faculties of the department consist of five Assistant Professors from different fields of Biotechnology and one Assistant Professor under UGC Faculty Recharge Program since 2014.

Along with the research, it also conducts PG course in Biotechnology. This department has produced 68 Doctrates; 82 M.Phils and 234 postgraduates in the field of Biotechnology and the department is thriving towards the Silver jubilee year.

Program Outcomes (POs)

On successful completion of the Biotechnology MSc programme offered at Bharathiar University:

Imparting knowledge- students gain knowledge in different areas of Biotechnology
Critical thinking – students think critically regarding the applicability of the subject knowledge to address the existing problems at the local and global level
Application of Scientific skills – students will use the acquired scientific skills for industry application
Inculcating Research aptitude – develop competency to carry out research with their ability to design and execute the experiments
Developing skill sets- Technical skill to use various sophisticated equipments to address complex biological problems using biotechnology.
Ethical practices & Social responsibility- Students gain contextual knowledge to assess the ethical issues pertaining to society, health, safety, legal and cultural aspects related to Biotechnology.
Project Conceptualization - Students conceive research problems and carry out research projects independently in specialized areas of Biotechnology
Report writing – Students analyse results and translate research outcome into scientific reports.
Demonstrate the effective communication skills for interaction with personnel as well as presentation in appropriate forums
Inculcate innovative thinking to identify the sources of business opportunities
And develop entrepreneurial skills for bio entrepreneurship

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry

Cell and Molecular Biology

Microbiology

Genetics

Developmental Biology and Physiology

Immunology

Recombinant DNA

Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-11-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-06 00:00:00
Starting 2026-04-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Coimbatore, India

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 33 other Masters in Biotechnology in India

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A pass in UG Degree in any discipline of life sciences / Biological Sciences(Botany,Zoology,Biotechnology,Biochemistry,Microbiology,Genetics,Biomedical Genetics etc.); Bachelor's degree in Technology(Biotechnology / Biomedical Engineering); M.B.B.S / B.D.S/ B.V.Sc./ B.Pharm. from recognized institutions.

Registration fee of Rs.400/- for each application should be paid through Net Banking/Debit/Credit cards/ NEFT.

Registration for SC/ST candidates is Rs.200/- for each application ( Photo copy of the Community certificate be enclosed)

The Online application form shall be completed in all aspects.

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Tuition Fee

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International

375 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 750 USD for the full programme during 24 months.

Living costs for Coimbatore

18295 - 24970 INR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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