M.SC. BIOCHEMISTRY
Biochemistry, sometimes called biological chemistry is the study of chemical processes in living organisms. It deals with the structures and functions of cellular components such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and other biomolecules.
By controlling information flow through biochemical signaling and the flow of chemical energy through metabolism, biochemical processes give rise to the complexity of life. All areas of the life sciences from botany to medicine are engaged in biochemical research. Pure biochemistry focuses on understanding how biological molecules give rise to the processes that occur within living cells, which in turn relates greatly to the study and understanding of whole organisms.
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Graduation in any stream of Life Sciences or B.Sc. Integrated Biotechnology with 50%
Selection Procedure: Merit and Interview
Syllabus
Programme Outcome
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I Semester
Cell BiologyBiomoleculesEnzymologyAnalytical TechniquesBiochemical Genetics -
Practicals & Sessionals
Cell BiologyBiomoleculesEnzymologyAnalytical TechniquesBiochemical Genetics -
II Semester
Human PhysiologyBiostatistics and BioinformaticsMetabolismMolecular BiologyEndocrine and Nutritional Biochemistry -
Practicals & Sessionals
Human PhysiologyBiostatistics and BioinformaticsMetabolismMolecular Biology -
III Semester
Bioprocess EngineeringDiagnostics of Biological Infectious DiseasesImmunology & Transplantation TechnologyGenetic EngineeringClinical Biochemistry -
Practicals & Sessionals
Bioprocess EngineeringDiagnostics of Biological Infectious DiseasesImmunology & Transplantation TechnologyGenetic EngineeringClinical Biochemistry -
IV Semester
Project work Presentation & Defense (Internal Evaluation)Project work- Viva-Voce (External Evaluation)Internal Theory Paper Based on Recent Advances in Life Sciences
Career Prospects
- They can find jobs in Molecular diagnostics, Health Care, Agricultural Research, Animal-Husbandry, Industrial Research and Development in- Enzyme industries, Food Processing Units, Bio-Processing, Chemical Engineering, Drug Designing and Pharmaceuticals.
- They can also be employed in organizations dealing with- Environment Conservation, Intellectual Property Rights, Bioresourses and Waste Management.
- Jobs are also available as Research Scientists, Research Associates, Marketing Personnels, Business Development Officers, Sales Representatives and Application Scientist.