Is B.Sc in microbiology a good career choice to pursue?

Hello! B.Sc Microbiology course involves the study of microorganisms with particular emphasis on the biology of bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoan parasites. Microbiologists are needed to do the research required for the future battle against infectious diseases worldwide, understanding the environmental importance of microbes and to exploit them for food production, biotechnological and industrial applications. The main focus of our course is the pathogenic potential of the organisms that cause disease in man. You will also cover aspects of the biochemistry, physiology and genetics of microorganisms. Many individuals who have pursued B.Sc. Microbiology from top colleges like Lovely Professional University are doing well in their careers. The career option is good if you are passionate about it. The college has industry experts as staff to provide thorough training to candidates and ensure their complete success in the career. After B.Sc. In microbiology you can work as: Biomedical scientist, Biotechnologist, Clinical research associate, Food technologist. Healthcare scientist, immunology. Microbiologist. Nanotechnologist. Pharmacologist. Opt for a right college for better opportunities. Few of the Top Colleges for this course are : St Xaivers College Madras Christian College Lovely Professional University Oxford College of Science FERGUSSON COLLEGE, PUNE From my personal experience I would suggest you to have a look over Lovely Professional University. Eligibility for admission in most of the universities is 60% in class 12th. Eligibility for admission in LPU is Pass with 60% aggregate marks in 10+2 (with English, Physics, Chemistry and Maths or Biology or Biotechnology) or equivalent. Being an LPU Alumni, I can say that LPU has experienced faculty members, well-equipped labs, great infrastructure, excellent placements, complete training and placement assistance and lot more and that too at a very low fees and high scholarships. The university is equipped with the latest technologies delivering the most effective methods of teaching in its spacious campus. LPU provides an environment where students are enlightened through the extensive array of learning methodologies. Highly qualified teaching staff combined with the best laboratories and modern technologies makes LPU the best place to pursue your degree. Admissions at LPU is going on through online mode. I hope this helps. All the Best!

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Yes, B.Sc in microbiology a good career choice to pursue. After completing B.Sc in microbiology from Jaipur National University (<a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" href="https://www.jnujaipur.ac.in" style='word-wrap:break-word;'>https://www.jnujaipur.ac.in</a>) following are the career options: -Teaching and research positions in state and central universities after qualifying the NET examination -Microbiologists can work as hygienic officers, food and safety officers, medical microbiologists, etc. -Patent Officers -Research Analyst -Quality control officers in pharmaceuticals and food and beverages industries. -In biomedical and metabolic engineering industries as Data Curators, Algorithm Developers, Metabolic Engineers, and Systems Biologists.

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Yes, it is a long course but it's a good one. All the best for your career.

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I am eligible to answer your query, My sister is pursuing same course from LPU. She told me few things about course, University, faculty which I will Share. She told me, LPU is One of India's Best Biotechnology University in Punjab, LPU School of Bio-engineering and Bio sciences is equipped with state-of-the-art Bio-process Engineering and Bio Science labs and believes in imparting knowledge to students through a practical approach to achieve mastery in plant and animal physiology. Our faculty works hard tirelessly in enabling students with the acumen to apply the findings of Bio sciences in the fields of medicine, forensics, nutrition and dietetics for the benefit of the community School of biotechnology provides an ultimate learning experience with a commitment to innovation. Various guest lectures from experts and field visits are organized by the school. The school encourages R &amp; D activities for students to get the benefit. Many students from LPU have successfully collaborated with foreign universities and research institutions. The department also inculcates entrepreneurship opportunities to build job providers of the future. The curriculum offers prime focus on fundamental and applied aspects of biotechnology. Live projects spread across five semesters help develop research aptitude in students. The course offers specializations in Dairy Technology, Fermentation Technology, and Bioinformatics. Holistic Development-Participation in technical events, conferences, workshops, sports, and cultural activities help in the holistic development of students. You should not worry about the placements. If you work hard in the course and learn as much as you can, any company visiting the campus would be happy to hire you. However, you must not neglect polishing your communication skills as well, because companies will check that in their interviews. LPU provides plenty of opportunities to its students to take part in events, competitions, fests in order to let them grow their personality and give them a chance to polish their skills. LPU provides different classes for placements which helps in grooming. Students are trained in Aptitude, Reasoning, free preparation for government Exams, Soft Skills and language training, Interview skills right from the 1st year, continuously for 2/3/4 ( duration of course) years till they get the job.

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