MSc Microbiology (Research) students employ cutting-edge methods to learn about pathogenic microbes, biological diversity, evolution, and biotechnology. Elaborate practical and experimental training makes our young researchers proficient in laboratory skills and techniques.
The study of MSc Microbiology (Research) concentrates on microscopic organisms including bacteria, fungi and protists. It also examines nucleic acid in the form of DNA or RNA sequences.
Shoolini has an illustrious team of faculty members. Our students learn from some of the best teachers in India, who have been trained and educated in the best universities of the world such as National Cancer Institute, USA, NIH, USA, IISc and Oxford.
Shoolini University is a modern and lush green campus nestled in the Himalayas. Students also enjoy a technology-enriched learning environment.
International collaborations available with foreign universities include Lanzhou University, China; Gachon University, Korea; University of Naples, Italy; University of Arkansas, USA, University of Maryland, USA.
The course is UGC certified.
Specialisation available in Microbiology.
Key areas of research
Plant Biotechnology, Animal Biotechnology, Enzyme technology, Immunology, Parasitology, Cancer Biology
Career Opportunities in MSc Microbiology (Research)
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| S. No. | Course Name | Credits | Course Type | |
| Semester I | 1 | Microbial Metabolism and Genetics | 4 | Core |
| 2 | Immunity, Vaccines and Immunotechnology | 4 | Core | |
| 3 | Mycology and Phycology | 4 | Core | |
| 4 | General Microbiology | 4 | Core | |
| 5 | Cell Biology | 4 | Core | |
| 6 | Research | 3 | ||
| Total | 23 | |||
| Semester II | 1 | Recent Trends in Molecular Biology | 4 | Foundation |
| 2 | Environmental Microbiology and Bioremediation | 3 | Foundation | |
| 3 | Virology | 3 | Core | |
| 4 | Analytical and Separation Techniques | 3 | Foundation | |
| 5 | Clinical Biochemistry | 3 | Core | |
| 6 | Research | 3 | ||
| Total | 19 | |||
| Semester III | 1 | Developmental Biology | 2 | Core |
| 2 | Modern Approaches to Vaccine Development | 3 | Core | |
| 3 | Industrial Microbiology | 3 | Foundation | |
| 4 | Medical Parasitology | 3 | Core | |
| 5 | General Pathophysiology | 2 | Core | |
| 6 | Biostatistics | 3 | ||
| 7 | Industrial Visit | 1 | Core | |
| 8 | Research | 3 | ||
| Total | 20 | |||
| Semester IV | 1 | Diagnostic Microbiology and Laboratory Animal care | 3 | Core |
| 2 | Seminar | 1 | Core | |
| 3 | Research | 10 | Core | |
| Total | 14 | |||
| Department Elective | 1 | Ecological Aspects of Environmental Degradation | 3 | |
| 2 | Evolution and Behavior | 2 | ||
| Total Credits (23+19+20+14+3+2) | 81 | |||
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Frequently Asked Questions
On what basis are the candidates selected for MSc Microbiology (Research)?
Candidates are selected on the basis of an entrance test followed by an interview conducted by the department for MSc Microbiology (Research).
Are exchange opportunities available to students of MSc Microbiology (Research)?
International collaborations available with foreign universities include Lanzhou University, China; Gachon University, Korea; University of Naples, Italy; University of Arkansas, USA, University of Maryland, USA.
Who teaches MSc Microbiology (Research)?
Our illustrious faculty includes alumni of global universities like Oxford, NIH, NCI, John Hopkins Medical School, as well as top universities of India, like IISc, JNU, DU and ZSI. Faculty members regularly receive grants from national and international funding agencies. Students also get a chance to work closely on live research projects.
Course Details
Eligibility: BSc/ B Tech with Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Life Sciences/ Food Tech or related subjects with minimum 60% marks
Admission Criteria: Shoolini University's multiple choice entrance test (SU-SAT)
Duration: 2 years
Semester Fee
Himachal Pradesh Domicile : ₹60000
Others : ₹75000
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Amanpreet Kaur Virk (M.Sc.)
Shoolini’s research environment inspired me to pursue PhD in Biotech, which also opened new doors for me as a foreign intern at Lanzhou University, China.