Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology and Biochemistry

The Department of Biotechnology has a robust curriculum with well-designed practical sessions to complement theoretical concepts. The students are encouraged to conduct independent experiments which instil research/ enquiry acumen early in the learning process. The Department of Biochemistry has designed the syllabus of the programme keeping in mind the subject, the job potential, and the future of the students who graduate in the subject. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Selected candidates must first update the following documents on their admission portal before the interview. The admitted students must submit the original documents at the Admin Office:

• Class 10^th Certificate (High School) and Marks Card
• Class 11^th Certificate and Marks Card
• Class 12^th Certificate (Senior Secondary School) and Marks Card
• Transfer Certificate from last qualified institution
• Migration Certificate except for the Karnataka State Board applicants 
• Two passport-size photographs and one stamp-size photograph in formal dress with a white background
• Two Photocopies of the Online Payment Receipt
• Valid ID proof such as Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID Card

Candidates belonging to any of these categories -PIO / OCI / SAARC / FOREIGN NATIONALS-must submit the following documents:

• Photocopy of Passport and Visa Details
• Copy of PIO / OCI card (whichever is applicable and available at the time of admission)
• Certificate of Medical Fitness from an approved medical practitioner accredited by the Medical Council of India
• Resident Permit (If available)

Admission process: The applicants must fill in complete information on the online application form and upload all required certificates (whatever is available) and photos.

Selection process: The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. There are two rounds in the interview. Once the final interview is over, candidates have to pay their programme fee within 24 hours and the mode of payment must be online. The dates of the interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates and will be announced on the website.

1. A candidate who has passed the two-year Pre-University Examination conducted by the Pre-University Education Board in Karnataka or any other examination considered equivalent by the Government of Karnataka shall be eligible for admission to this programme.
2. The candidate opting for Biotechnology should have studied that subject or Biology at the qualifying examination.
3. The candidate opting for Biochemistry should have studied Chemistry at the qualifying examination.
4. Students of undergraduate programmes must study two languages, out of which one shall be English and the other shall be either an Indian language or a foreign language other than English. However, with special permission from the Vice-Chancellor, students can select Additional English as a foreign language.

• The University offers the following language courses: Introductory Kannada, Introductory French, Introductory Spanish, Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, Sanskrit, French, and German.
• CBSE and ISC students and others who have not studied a second language at the plus two level can opt for Introductory Kannada, Introductory French, Introductory Spanish or German. German is taught from the introductory level, and requires no prior acquaintance. For Kannada, Tamil, Hindi and French, students need PUC/ XII level competence to handle UG Kannada, Tamil, Hindi and French courses.

Medium of instruction: The medium of instruction and examination shall be English.

Important Dates

Last date to apply for applicants to be considered for 2nd list: Two days after the announcement for 2nd PUC results

Date of announcement names of candidates shortlisted for 2nd list: Within five days after the last date to apply

Date of interview: Within 2 days after the announcement of the shortlisted candidates

 THE ADDITIONAL FEE TO BE PAID IS AS FOLLOWS:

• Students opting For Kannada/Hindi/Tamil will not be charged any additional fee

Note: 

•  To claim the Karnataka category fee, the candidates should have studied the last 7 years in Karnataka.[Not applicable for OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), PIO (Person of Indian Origin), and Foreign Nationals].
• ** To all candidates except those who have passed the 12th examinations conducted by the Karnataka Pre-University Board.

NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the Programme for candidates who:

• Have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India.
• NRI and candidates who have applied under the NRI category.

The syllabus for the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology and Biochemistry is as follows:

• Biotechnology Syllabus
• Biochemistry Syllabus

Biotechnology Programme Objectives

• The two major program of Biotechnology with a combination of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Biology gives students insights into basic and applied aspects of these disciplines, besides equipping them with hands-on laboratory skills and the ability to analyze information based on scientific evidence, while also instilling an awareness of scientific engagement in addressing relevant social and environmental issues that affect humankind.

Biotechnology Programme Outcomes

• Students graduating from the Biotechnology program will gain an understanding of the cellular, genetic, biochemical, and molecular foundations of life, besides attaining domain knowledge of biostatistics, bioinformatics, and immunology as well as applied aspects of biotechnology including genetic engineering, medical, environmental, plant and animal biotechnology, and entrepreneurship.
• Students will achieve competency in a variety of laboratory skills including techniques in cell and molecular biology, microbiology, genetic engineering and applied biotechnological aspects, through hands on practical experience and practice, while consistently observing good laboratory practice.
• Students will gain exposure to the basics of research, and have an appreciation of research methodology, through faculty supervised term papers and research projects.
• The program will enable students to hone their skills of analytical thinking and problem solving, through a series of curricular and research-based pedagogical interventions.
• Students will also learn and build on proficiencies in science communication, teamwork and collaboration, enabled by regular innovative assignments and activities.
• The program will foster an appreciation of environmental, health associated and sustainability related issues at local and global scales, and the role of scientific acumen and evidence-based engagement in understanding and addressing these problems.

Biochemistry Programme Outcomes

• Students will be introduced to organic chemistry, they will also learn some aspects of physical chemistry. These will act as foundation to understanding how the biological processes function. In practical classes they will develop skills in determining several parameters in physical chemistry that have a direct implication in the living system. RBPT component will also be introduced to augment skills already developed in the first semester.
• In this semester students will be exposed to fundamental concepts in inorganic chemistry, environmental chemistry and organic chemistry which will help in developing skills in addressing how life evolved and how the inorganic world is closely entwined with the natural world.
• Students will develop a theoretical understanding of analytical techniques that will permit them to study the biological system and the processes therein. In the practical component they will have hands on experience of how to handle instruments and analyze data.
• Students will be introduced to biomolecules and how they function. They will be able to correlate all the chemistry they learnt in the first four semesters and understand how beautifully the animate world obeys all the natural, chemical and physical laws. They will learn to isolate, identify and assay the biomolecules. They will also develop skills in conducting independent research as part of an ongoing project work.
•  From an understanding of biomolecules the focus shifts to an understanding of the processes involved in the biological system from reactions occurring at the cell surface to the degradation of molecules and their synthesis. Modern techniques in molecular and cellular chemistry will be developed and understood.

Potential Career Options

Upon successful completion of this programme, supplemented by additional education, experience, individual interest, potential, and competencies, students will have career opportunities to become: