M.Phil Molecular Biology and Genetics
June 25, 2026 2026-06-25 12:37M.Phil Molecular Biology and Genetics
M.Phil Molecular Biology and Genetics
Molecular Biology and Genetics, although distinct fields in themselves but are closely related with a lot of overlapping concepts and techniques that are applied in different areas of science. The scope of Molecular Biology and Genetics in transforming theoretical principles into a multibillion-dollar bioeconomy centered on precision medicine and synthetic biology. This satisfies the need for a comprehensive understanding of emerging trends by moving beyond traditional lab work into the engineering of DNA. This field of science deals with structure, functions and interaction of macromolecules such as nucleic acids and proteins in living organisms. Genetic manipulation using recombinant DNA technology has been harnessed for modifying characteristics in various plant and animal species. The field of Molecular Biology and Genetics is gaining extreme spotlight with the development of more sophisticated experimental techniques such as next generation sequencing, recombinant DNA technology, continuously updated genomic databases, a plethora of gene expression studies, and is becoming increasingly popular owing to its broad interdisciplinary applicability. This M.Phil program will promote lifelong learning and a commitment to professional development in this rapidly evolving field and also inculcate strong social and scientific ethics and values enabling them to become not only good scientists but good citizens and positively contributing members of society
Our vision is focuses on personal and professional development of Graduates enabling them to contribute positively and effectively as responsible citizens and scientists.
The mission of the program is to empower women professionally in the emerging and dynamic field of Biotechnology through quality teaching and research, developing scientific insights among Graduates through comprehensive understanding of theoretical and practical concepts. Another important aspect of the program is to collaborate with scientific community for promoting quality research and to enable Graduates to be able to compete nationally and internationally and secure PhD admissions in institutes of high quality impactful research.
Admission Requirments
- 04 years B.Sc. (Hons) majoring in Genetics, Biotechnology or any other related discipline of Biological Sciences with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 OR 60% in Masters.
- All candidates must appear for the KC Graduate Assessment Test.
- Only short-listed candidates will be called for the Interview.
Road Map
List of Core Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Pre-requisite (if any) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOT 501 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 502 | Microbial Biotechnology | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 503 | Advances in Plant Biotechnology | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 504 | Advances in Environmental Biotechnology | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 551 | Recent Trends in Genomics & Proteomics | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 552 | Applications of Nano Biotechnology | 3 (0-3) | Nil |
| BIOT 601 | Latest Trends in Health Biotechnology | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 602 | Advances in Bioinformatics | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
List of Elective Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Pre-requisite (if any) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOT 552 | Advances in Vaccine Research | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 553 | Biostatistics | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 554 | Bioethics & Biosafety | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 603 | Bioremediation and Biodegradation | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 604 | Fermentation Technology | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 652 | Forensics Sciences | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
| BIOT 653 | Molecular Diagnostics | 3 (3-0) | Nil |
Research Thesis
An M.Phil candidate who has completed her course work with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 must present and pass the oral proposal defense examination before she is allowed to carry out her Masters research. On passing the thesis proposal defense the student must carry out a research study which is described in a thesis. She must successfully defend the completed work in an oral examination involving a presentation and question answer session in the presence of an external examiner.