B.Sc. (Hons./ Hons. with Research) MICROBIOLOGY

- B.Sc. (Hons./ Hons. with Research) MICROBIOLOGY

B.Sc. Microbiology (honours/honours with research) is an undergraduate course, usually three to four years in duration. The use of the word “Honours” indicates that it is somewhat more specialized and intensive than a general bachelor’s course. In the case of microbiology, this could imply an “Honours” course with more coursework, research projects, and maybe internships or fieldwork. It says students are expected to delve deeper into the subject for better understanding of the principles behind the techniques and applications of microbiology. Normally, students attending the B. Sc. Microbiology “Honours with Research” course are expected to carry out an independent research project under the guidance of some faculty member or mentor. This aspect of the research allows students to go into certain areas of microbiology in detail, develop critical thinking and analysis, and add to scientific knowledge.
The B.Sc. Microbiology course, with or without research, is an advanced undergraduate course designed to provide specialized training in microbiology, preparing the student for a career in research, health care, industry, or further academic study at the graduate level.

In summary, a B.Sc. (Hons) in Microbiology, whether with or without research, is an advanced undergraduate program that provides specialized training in microbiology, preparing students for careers in research, healthcare, industry, or further academic study at the graduate level.

Duration

  • 4 years (Semester System) with ME-ME
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Eligibility

  • 12th (PCB) or (PCM) or equivalent from any state board with 45% marks

Major Courses

  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Systematic Bacteriology
  • Virology
    Food and Dairy Microbiology
  • Soil and Agricultural Microbiology
    Industrial Microbiology
  • Medical Microbiology
    Bioinformatics
    IPR
  • Environmental Microbiology
    Microbial Physiology and Metabolism
    RDT
  • Microbial Biotechnolgy
    Microbial Genetics ,Genomics and
    Proteomics
  • Bioprocess Technology
    Research Methodology

Minors Courses

  • Molecular Biology
  • Biological Techniques
  • Cell Biology
  • Microbial Diversity
  • Analytical Techniques in Plant Sciences 2
  • Micro propagation techniques
  • Biodiversity and Conservation
  • Natural Resource Management
  • Apiculture
  • Wildlife management
  • Integrated Pest Management
  • Sericulture
  • Basic Chemistry
  • Molecules of Life
  • Advance Spectroscopy
  • Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
  • Antiseptic and Disinfectant formulation and Standarization
  • Environmental monitoring programme for public health
  • Food fermentation -The Science of cooking with microbes
  • Microbial Products for Agriculture Application (Biofertilizers, biopesticides)
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Microbiology offers diverse career opportunities and has a broad scope, with the field constantly evolving and expanding. Here are some prospects, job availability, and the scope of microbiology

  1. Pharmaceutical Industry: Microbiologists are in demand in Pharmaceutical industries – in formulation, API and fermentation for research and development of new drugs, Managing Quality control and Quality assurance as a critical and vital part in all drug manufacturing process like tablets, capsules, ointments, Sterile products, active pharmaceutical ingredients. Few pharmaceutical industries: Pfizer, Glaxo-smithKlin, Novartis, Jhonson and Jhonson, Sun Pharmaceuticals, Merck and Co, Inc, AstraZeneca, Baxter Pharmaceuticals, Mankind Pharma, 
  1. Cosmetics Industry: microbiologists play a critical role in ensuring the microbiological safety, quality, and compliance of cosmetic products, thereby safeguarding consumer health and confidence in the industry. Their expertise in microbiology, quality assurance, and regulatory affairs contributes to the success and integrity of cosmetic companies and brands.  A few cosmetics industries: Avon Products Inc. LOreal, Procter and Gamble, Emami, Revlon, Inc. VLCC, Unilever,  etc.
  1. Alcohol Industry: Microbiologists play several important roles in the alcohol industry, particularly in the production of alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, and spirits in fermentation process, yeast management, quality control, contamination prevention, sensory analysis, research and innovation and regulatory compliance. Few alcohol industries: United Spirits Ltd., South Asian Breweries, Kingfisher, Pernord Richard SA, Carlsberg group, Bacardi Ltd. Etc.
  1. Food and Beverage Industry: Microbiologists are employed in the food and beverage industry to ensure food safety, quality control, and develop new products. They work in food testing laboratories, food processing plants, and regulatory agencies. ITC Ltd., Pepsico, Inc, The Coca – Cola Company, Kellogg company
  1. Diagnostic kits Manufacturing industry: Microbiologist play several crucial roles in the manufacturing of diagnostic kits, which are essential tools for the detection and diagnosis of various infectious diseases, genetic disorders, and other medical conditions in assay development, quality control and assurance, validation studies, technology transfer and scale up and stability testing’s.  A few names: Bacten – Dickenson and Company, Roche Diagnostics, Abbott Laboratories, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Bio-Rad Laboratories Inc., etc.
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frequently asked questions

Bachelor Degree in Microbiology 3 years and Bachelor Degree (Honours and Honours with research) in Microbiology 4 years with Multiple entry and multiple exits (ME-ME) options.

12th (PCB)or (PCM) or equivalent from any state board with 45% marks

  • General Microbiology, Virology, Food and Dairy Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, Soil and Agricultural Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Microbial Physiology, and Metabolism, Microbial Biotechnology Bioprocess Technology and Microbial Genetics, Genomics, and Proteomics offered by the department during the course. 

    • Department of Microbiology of Dolphin PG Institute (An Autonomous Institute) has the freedom to design and update their curriculum according to the latest developments in the field of Microbiology. This allows for a more dynamic and relevant syllabus that aligns with current industry trends and research advancements.
    • Our academic autonomy provides the authority to conduct examinations and evaluation processes and declaration of results within time bound academic calendar. This allows for more flexible assessment methods that focus on a student's overall understanding and performance rather than just rote memorization.
    • The department keeps on organizing regular workshops in science and technology, training programmes for updating knowledge of staffs and students.
    • The department has adequate teaching and learning facility in many branches of microbiology like Industrial microbiology, Fermentation, Environmental microbiology, Food and Dairy microbiology, Medical microbiology etc.
    • The department continuously promotes versatile skills in students through scientific literacy
    • Enhancement of academic as well as industrial attentiveness in students through outreach programme, research projects, participating and presenting articles in workshop/ conferences/ Add-on courses and industrial visits.
    • Departmental tie ups with various National level research institution for student’s dissertation and Internship works.
    • An opportunity to get certification courses in Microbiology through NPTEL learning platform of IIT&IISc, under the department-based Mentor’s Supervision.
    • Departmental tie ups with various National level research institution for student’s dissertation and Internship works.

Yes, there are scholarship pattern for the meritorious students that functions according to the Institute’s norms.

The B.Sc. program utilizes a combination of teaching and learning approaches which include lectures, tutorials, practical classes, seminars, problem-based learning, National level research laboratories visits, group/individual assignments, and development of communication skills. Students are required to undertake research projects (as per their specialization) in the final year of the program. With this knowledge and skills, the students are able to work in their future effectively in different domains of physics.