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Hi,
1)
After B.Sc Biotechnology, you may opt for courses such as :
-M.Sc in Biotechnology ( if you wish to pursue the research field )
-MBA ( if you wish to move your career towards management line )
-PGD in Biotechnology
-PGD in Clinical Research
You may even opt for short-term courses :
-Advanced Diploma in Biotechnology
-Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Research & Regulatory Affairs, Biotechnology Training
-Certificate Program in Clinical Research and Diploma in Biotechnology
Choose a course which matches your interest and skills as it will help you to achieve your long term career goal.
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You have another option with you, i.e., you may work for a year or two and gain a valuable work experience and get a clear picture about your interest area.
So, in a nutshell, it's your decision to choose the course. Think and decide wisely where do you wish to see yourself in future.
2)
Some of the universities offering Biotechnology are :
-Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology
-School of Life Sciences
-National Dairy Research Institute
-Institute of Chemical Technology, University of Mumbai
-University School of Biotechnology
-Madras Veterinary College
-University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Punjab University
-Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
-University of Pune
-Anna University
While selecting the best, you need to check some of the important parameters such as recognition, year of establishment, batch size, syllabus, faculty, fees, placements etc.
3)
Job Prospects :
Biotechnology is a rewarding and promising career option.
- After completing the course, graduates can seek employment in chemical industries, agricultural sectors, pharmaceutical and manufacturing industries.
- Professionals in this career can also opt for teaching jobs in universities and colleges.
- Bio-technologists can seek employment in research laboratories, which are run by government or private sector.
- Professionals can seek job opportunities in private sectors such as food processing and agro-based industries, pharmaceutical farms and aquaculture.
- Environmental experts are also employed in different government agencies and private institutions.
- Bio-technologists can also opt for science writer in media houses.