Course

M.Sc (Microbiology)

Category: Science      |     Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)

Introduced in 2023, the M.Sc. Microbiology program at IDEAL Degree College for Women offers an intake of 40 seats and is supported by a well-equipped department with state-of-the-art infrastructure. Microbiology is the study of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae and protozoa, playing a crucial role in healthcare, research and industry.

The curriculum blends theoretical knowledge with practical experience, focusing on Microbiological Genetics, Immunology, Virology, Medical Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology and Industrial Microbiology. Students gain hands-on experience through research projects, internships and industry placements, preparing them for real-world applications.

Microbiology is an evolving field addressing global challenges like food security, environmental sustainability, microbial diseases and biotechnological innovations. Graduates are well-equipped to contribute to advancements in these areas and are prepared for government recruitment exams in the microbiology and research sectors.

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Overview of M.Sc. (Microbiology)

Course Level Post Graduate
Awarding Body Osmania University
Duration 2 Years
Examination Type Semester System
Eligibility A Candidate Must Have Passed B.Sc (Life Science Course) In Any Recognised Universities With 55% Aggregate
Examination All evaluations are conducted as per the norm of Osmania University. These are two components of evaluations:
Internal: 30 Marks
External: 70 Marks
Practical: 50 Marks
There will be 2 internals & 1 end semester practical examination during the semester as per the schedule of Osmania University. At the end of each semester, final external examination will be conducted by Osmania University

M.Sc. (Microbiology) – Semester-wise Subjects & Credits

Semester I

S.No Subject Credits
1 General Microbiology & Microbial Physiology (Core) 3
2 Virology (Core) 3
3 Research Methodology & Techniques (Core) 3
4 Microbial Biochemistry (Core) 3
5 Seminar
Practicals
6 General Microbiology & Virology (Practical) 4
7 Biochemistry & Research Methodology (Practical) 4

Semester II

S.No Subject Credits
1 Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics (Core) 3
2 Immunology (Core) 3
3 Industrial Microbiology (Core) 3
4 Pharmaceutical Microbiology (Core) 3
5 Seminar, Research paper presentation
Practicals
6 Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics & Immunology (Practical) 4
7 Industrial & Pharmaceutical Microbiology (Practical) 4

Semester III

S.No Subject Credits
1 Environmental & Agricultural Microbiology (Core) 3
2 Medical Bacteriology (Core) 3
3 Cell and Molecular Biotechnology (or) Microbial Proteomics (Elective-I) 3
4 Entrepreneurship in Microbial Sciences (or) Applied Biotechnology (Elective-II) 3
5 Seminar 2
Practicals
6 Environmental & Agricultural Microbiology & Medical Bacteriology (Practical) 4
7 Elective-I & Elective-II (Practical) 2

Semester IV

S.No Subject Credits
1 Food Microbial Technology (Core) 3
2 Medical Virology and Parasitology (Core) 3
3 Elective-III: Microbial Ecology & HMI (or) Bioinformatics and Nanotechnology 3
4 Project Work 5
Practicals
5 Food Microbial Technology & Medical Virology and Parasitology (Practical) 4
6 Elective-III (Practical) 2
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