byGaganDeep
Updated on - 29 Jun, 2024
M.Sc. Biological Sciences is a master’s level program that is mainly designed to provide solid understanding of living organisms and their functions. It comprehensively addresses a range of subjects, including biochemistry, microbiology, ecology, evolutionary biology, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology. The length of time it takes to complete the M.Sc. program depends with the specific course or institution of a student’s choice. The duration of Biological Sciences course in India is 2 years including 4 semesters.
The gate admission was only considered from recognized universities and only the following entrance examinations were considered for admission into the M.Sc. The entrance examinations that are conducted for Biological Sciences programs in India include Central Universities Common Entrance Test (CUCET), Joint Admission Test for M.Sc (JAM), Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) Biotechnology.
| Highlight | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Master of Science in Biological Sciences |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field, with a minimum required percentage (usually 50-60%) |
1. Candidates holding Bachelor’s degree in science stream including Zoology, Botany, Bio-chemistry, Genetics, Micro-biology, Biotechnology, Life Science with minimum 50%-55% aggregate marks.
2. A bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Medicine MBBS or Engineering or Technology in biological or Life sciences or related disciplines may also be considered.
3. In addition to the above-mentioned procedure, CUCET, JNUEE, BHU PET, may be mandatory for some courses along with the minimum percentage of marks in graduation.
4. It is also possible to find institutes where the admission is done based on entrance exams and interviews conducted by the institute.
5. Applicants should have good academic records including basic knowledge on biology and should have a sensitive appreciation of biological processes.
6. Sometimes there may be relaxation of 5% marks in qualifying for reserved category students in some institutes.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Cell Biology | Cell structure and function, Cell signaling, Cell cycle regulation, Cell differentiation |
| Genetics and Molecular Biology | Mendelian genetics, DNA replication, Gene expression, Genetic engineering, Genomics |
| Microbiology | Microbial diversity, Microbial physiology, Microbial genetics, Industrial microbiology, Medical microbiology |
| Biochemistry | Enzyme kinetics, Metabolic pathways, Protein structure and function, Bioenergetics, Molecular biology techniques |
| Ecology and Environmental Science | Ecosystem dynamics, Biodiversity conservation, Climate change biology, Environmental impact assessment |
| Biotechnology | Recombinant DNA technology, Bioprocess engineering, Biopharmaceuticals, Bioinformatics, Ethical issues in biotechnology |
| Immunology | Immune system function, Immunological techniques, Vaccines, Autoimmune diseases, Immunotherapy |
| Neuroscience | Neuroanatomy, Neurophysiology, Brain development, Neurological disorders, Behavioral neuroscience |
| Research Methodology | Literature review, Experimental design, Data analysis methods, Scientific writing in biological sciences |
| Elective Courses | Depending on the program, elective courses may include topics like Plant biology, Developmental biology, Marine biology, Human physiology |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Cell Biology | 4,00,000 - 8,50,000 |
| Genetics | 4,50,000 - 9,00,000 |
| Immunology | 4,50,000 - 10,00,000 |
| Microbiology | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Molecular Biology | 4,50,000 - 9,50,000 |
| Neuroscience | 4,50,000 - 10,00,000 |
| Plant Biology | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Marine Biology | 4,20,000 - 9,00,000 |
| Environmental Biology | 4,00,000 - 8,50,000 |