B.Sc. Microbiology

Programme Objectives

• Provide comprehensive knowledge of microbial structure, function, and diversity.
• Develop hands-on skills in isolation, cultivation, and identification of microbes.
• Introduce applications in medical, industrial, food, and environmental microbiology.
• Foster understanding of molecular biology, genetic engineering, and biotechnology.
• Prepare students for careers in research, healthcare, industry, and higher studies.

Course Structure

The curriculum progressively builds expertise in microbiological sciences:

• General, Medical, Food, Industrial, and Environmental Microbiology
• Microbial Physiology, Genetics, Immunology, and Virology
• Molecular Biology, Recombinant DNA Technology, and Biotechnology
• Analytical Techniques, Bioinformatics, and Quality Control
• Lab Practicals, Internships, Industrial Visits, and Project Work

Skills You Gain

Career Opportunities

This programme opens opportunities in healthcare, industry, and research:

• Microbiologist / Lab Technician in Hospitals
• Quality Control Analyst in Pharma & Food Industry
• Research Assistant in Biotech / Research Institutes
• Environmental Microbiologist / Waste Management
• Production Supervisor in Fermentation Industry
• Scientific Officer in Diagnostic Labs

Higher Studies

• M.Sc. Microbiology / Medical Microbiology
• M.Sc. Biotechnology / Industrial Microbiology
• M.Sc. Applied Microbiology / Environmental Microbiology
• PG Diploma in Clinical Microbiology / Quality Control
• Ph.D. for Research & Academia / Competitive Exams (CSIR-NET, GATE)