Eligibility: A 4-year Bachelor’s Degree (Honours/Honours with Research) in related disciplines from any recognised University, with a minimum 50 % marks or equivalent grade in aggregate.

Duration: 1 year
Admission Process: Shoolini University's multiple choice entrance test, and faculty interaction

Eligibility : A 4-year Bachelor’s Degree (Honours/Honours with Research) in related disciplines from any recognised University, with a minimum 50 % marks or equivalent grade in aggregate.

Duration : 1 year
Admission Criteria : Shoolini University's multiple choice entrance test, and faculty interaction

MSc Biotechnology (1 Year) at Shoolini University covers biology, chemistry, and engineering — with focus areas in Genetics, Microbiology, Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Process Design, and Genetic Engineering.

Students learn from faculty trained at institutions including the National Cancer Institute USA, NIH, IISc, and Oxford. The program includes a dedicated Centre of Excellence for Biotechnology and a Research Centre in OMICS and Biodiversity Research, giving students access to specialist infrastructure throughout their degree.

Graduates move into biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, agriculture, and bioindustry sectors in roles spanning genetic engineering, genome editing, synthetic biology, bioanalytical applications, and data-driven biotechnology. The degree also prepares students for PhD programs, research fellowships, academic careers, and entrepreneurship.

International collaborations with Lanzhou University, Gachon University, University of Naples, University of Arkansas, and University of Maryland open pathways for global research and exchange opportunities.

Shoolini University is UGC Approved and NAAC A+ Accredited.

Highlights

The One-Year MSc Biotechnology program is designed as per the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 guidelines and integrates advanced molecular biology, microbial and cellular systems, genetic engineering, genome editing, and systems and synthetic biology to provide a strong foundation in modern biotechnology.
It incorporates interdisciplinary learning through artificial intelligence, biological data analysis, and bioanalytical techniques, enabling students to handle and interpret complex biological systems and datasets.
The curriculum emphasiSes experiential learning through biotechnology laboratory training, research projects, seminars, internships, and exposure to advanced tools and technologies in biotechnology.

Research Opportunities

VISION

To provide students with a cutting-edge education in biotechnology, and equip with practical skills and technological proficiency, ensuring they are adept at using advanced laboratory techniques, tools, and methodologies relevant to biotechnological research and development.

MISSION

MISSION1: To nurture skills such as critical thinking, effective communication, and decision-making, preparing graduates to take on leadership roles in academia, industry, or research.

MISSION2: To foster a holistic understanding of biotechnological applications to produce future-ready biotechnologies for the country.

MISSION3:To prepare graduates for careers in various sectors, such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, agriculture, and environmental management, by providing them with skills that are directly applicable to real-world challenges.

MISSION4: To enhance students' professional development by offering opportunities for networking, internships, and collaborations with industry partners.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVE

PEO-1:Graduates will be skilled in designing experiments as well as utilizing cutting-edge methods and strategies to analyze and interpret complicated biological data.
PEO-2:Graduates will be able to demonstrate strong critical thinking abilities, which will allow them to assess scientific material, pinpoint knowledge gaps, and create original solutions to challenging biotechnology challenges.
PEO-3:Graduates will be able to maintain the highest ethical standards in their professional and scientific endeavours, realizing the value of honesty, accountability, and conformity to moral principles in biotechnological applications.

PROGRAM OUTCOME OR PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOME

PO-1:In depth Domain knowledge Possess knowledge and comprehension of the core information associated with the profession of biotechnology, including basic know how of cell and its functioning, Molecular aspects of life forms, microbial and advanced model systems, immunology, bioinformatics and genetic engineering along with ecology, social, and administrative positions in associations related to the domain. Understand how knowledge is created, advanced, renewed and apply in national and global context.
PO-2:Critical Thinking and analytical Abilities Utilize the principles of scientific inquiry, thinking analytically, clearly and critically, while solving problems and making decisions during daily practice. Find, analyze, evaluate and apply information systematically and shall make defensible decisions.
PO-3:Planning Abilities Demonstrate effective planning abilities including time management, resource management, delegation skills and organizational skills. Develop and implement plans and organize work to meet deadlines. Ability to use time more effectively by planning work and activities well.
PO-4:Leadership skills Understand and consider the human reaction to change, motivation issues, leadership and team building when planning changes required for fulfilment of practice, professional and societal responsibilities. Assume participatory roles as responsible citizens or leadership roles, whenever appropriate, to facilitate improvement in health and well-being.
PO-5:Professional Identity Understand, analyze and communicate the value of their professional roles in society (e.g. health care professionals, suppliers of pharmaceuticals, promoters of health, educators, business managers, employers, employees) through consideration of historical, social, economic and political issues.
PO-6: Interdisciplinary Perspective Commitment to intellectual candidness and evolving tolerant beyond subject domains. Able to understand the importance of other domains like societal, environmental, economic as well as sustainability. Appreciate diversity and inclusion of all domains of academics.
PO-7:Environmental awareness with special focus to Himalayas, understand the impact of various activities in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO-8:Ethics Honor personal values and apply ethical principles in professional and social contexts. Demonstrate behaviour that recognizes cultural and personal variability in values, communication and lifestyles. Use ethical frameworks, apply ethical principles while making decisions, and take responsibility for the outcomes associated with the decisions.