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M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology - 2 Years

M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology is a two-year postgraduate programme that prepares students for specialised roles in the biotech industry. The course covers key areas such as bioprocess engineering, bioreactor design, computational biology, and modelling and simulation. It blends classroom learning with practical exposure through internships in biotechnology companies.

Students build a strong foundation in enzyme discovery, biopharma, agro-biotech, and biochemical process design while gaining insight into regulatory affairs, environmental sustainability, and clinical trials. The programme also encourages entrepreneurial thinking and introduces tools for product innovation and industrial application of high-throughput technologies.

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B.Sc. degree in Biotechnology/ Microbiology/Chemistry/ Life Sciences/ Biotechnology or other allied Science Branches with minimum 50 % marks in aggregate or equivalent Valid NET score is recommended.

Sem I

  • Industrial Microbiology (MIBT101) 5 credits
  • Bioinformatics Techniques (MIBT102) 5 credits
  • Enzyme Technology (MIBT103) credits
  • Biostatistics (MIBT104) 5 credits
  • Environmental Sustainability (MIBT105) 5 credits

Sem II

  • Bioanalytical Techniques (MIBT201) 5 credits
  • Bioprocesses in industry (MIBT202) 5 credits
  • Algorithms in Bioinformatics (MIBT203) 6 credits
  • Biotherapeutics (MIBT204) 5 credits
  • Elective I: Product quality systems (MIBT205) Industrial Safety regulations (MIBT206) 4 credits

Sem III

  • Downstream Processing (MIBT301) 5 credits
  • Advanced Biomanufacturing (MIBT302) 5 credits
  • Optimization and Control Methods (MIBT303) 5 credits
  • OMICs Technologies (MIBT304) 5 credits
  • IPR & Project Seminars (MIBT306) 2 credits
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    Elective II:AgriBiotechnology MIBT306/marine Biotechnology MIBT307 /Food Biotech MIBT308/nanobiotechnology (MIBT309) 3 credits

Sem IV

  • External/ Industry Project 25 credits

Benefits of the Course

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  • Developed in collaboration with industry experts and national institutes
  • Access to advanced labs, research resources, and high-quality faculty
  • Opportunity to work on live industrial projects and internships
  • Strong foundation in regulatory affairs, sustainability, and clinical trial workflows
  • Emphasis on entrepreneurship, soft skills, and innovation through hackathons and workshops
  • Guidance for competitive exams, higher studies, and research pathways, including Ph.D.
  • Placement support with structured training and strong alumni networks

Eligibility Criteria

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences (Biotechnology, Microbiology, Botany, Zoology, Food Science, Nutrition, Agricultural Sciences)
  • B.E. or B.Tech. in Chemical, Biotechnology, or Biomedical Engineering
  • Minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university

Career Prospects

Opportunities in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, including scientific officer roles
Prospects in R&D labs, academic institutions, and consultancy services
Support for competitive exams, overseas education, and international placements
Research pathways through the in-house PhD programme on the same campus
Industry-linked projects that build professional networks and improve employability

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