Which college should I prefer between LPU and Amity for pursuing B.Sc and M.Sc in biotechnology?

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Neelam anand · Answer

School of Bioengineering & Biosciences, under Lovely Faculty of Technology & Sciences is successfully conducting pass and honors undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology & Genetic Engineering, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering Botany and Zoology. In the Times Higher Education World Ranking 2024, Lovely Professional University (LPU) clinches the 25th spot among India's leading universities. Notably, LPU achieves top rankings in specific disciplines: 1st in Social Sciences, 2nd in Physical Sciences, 2nd in Business and Economics, 3rd in Engineering, and 5th in Clinical and Health. There are various courses availble in lpu : After 10+2 ? B. Sc Biotechnology (Honors) After Graduation ? M.Sc Biotechnology ( Honors) ? M.Sc Botany Hons ? M.Sc Zoology Hons After PG ? Ph.D Biotechnology ? Ph.D Microbiology ? Ph.D Botany ? Ph.D Zoology Unique features / Highlights/ Achievements Clarification on course objectives and learning outcomes through Zero Lecture ? Comprehensive lecture wise teaching plan detailing all required resources ? Regular feedback from students and ? well planned assignments ? Maintaining good communication skills ? Getting students engaged and ? participative by showing animations, videos or giving live examples ? Applied learning through Projects List of Few Companies in this Field Practo ? technologies ? Reliance LifeSciences ? Nestle ? Immunoshop ? India Pvt. Ltd.,Mumbai ? Stellarix Consultancy Services Ltd. Jaipur ? 6.Life cell International, Jaipur. ? Roots Analysis Pvt.Ltd., ? OMICS, International Hyderabad ? Cryo Bank Int. India Pvt. Ltd. Ludhiana With 2000+ recruiters on board, LPU provides ample opportunities to each and every eligible student to secure good placement with the help of a dedicated Division of Career Services (team of about 40 persons), Centre for Professional Enhancement and faculty/staff from parent Schools. LPU also runs several full-time regular degree, Industry Collaborative/Work Integrated programmes in tie-up with Industry. Such programmes not only help the students to learn based on the industry prescribed curriculum but also enables them to learn directly from Industry Experts, have direct exposure to real-time working environment with Industry based Internships and trainings. Professional Enhancement Programme: The curriculum incorporates specific courses (subjects) under the notion of Professional Enhancement Programmes (PEP) in which the students are prepared to crack the placement processes. PEP classes start right away from the first semester itself in form of Communication Skills and continue till the final semester covering: Dedicated Language Labs to train on English and Foreign Language skills Analytical Skills (Logic Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning) Quantitative Aptitude Skills Technical Aptitude Skills Presentations and Soft Skills Mock Exercises (Mock Interviews, GDs, Mock Tests, etc.) More than 75% of the students pursuing internships were able to secure Full Time Employment (FTE) / Pre-placement Offers (PPOs) with the same company of their internship or switched to other companies securing even better packages. • Internships: Students go for internship with the company during which they are paid certain monthly stipends. Based on individual’s performance during internship, companies tend to absorb these students through a Pre-Placement Offer (PPO). • On-Job Training (OJT): Students pursue training with the same company in which they are already placed. In some cases during the training, students get monthly stipend whereas in other cases, students get monthly salary as per their annual package itself, prior to completion of their degree. • Rs 1,60,000 as the highest monthly stipend offered against internship to 2022 batch students during Internships. More than 75% of the students pursuing internships were able to secure Full Time Employment (FTE) / Pre-placement Offers (PPOs) with the same company of their internship or switched to other companies securing even better packages.

Sunita Singh · Answer

LPU School of Bioengineering and Biosciences is equipped with state-of-the-art Bioprocess Engineering and Bioscience labs and believes in imparting knowledge to students through a practical approach to achieve mastery in plant and animal physiology. In addition to core curricula, the course offers subjects like communication and soft skills to enhance personality and employability. The curriculum has been designed to make it easier for the students to prepare themselves for giant exams like CSIR NET ICMR, ICAR, and GATE. With an experienced faculty of 30+ in the department ready to help the students round the clock, this institute is one of the best options for the young population to opt for biotechnology seven days a week. LPU School of biotechnology provides an ultimate learning experience with a commitment to innovation. The school organizes various guest lectures from experts and field visits. The school encourages R & D activities for students to get the benefit. Many students from LPU have successfully collaborated with foreign universities and research institutions. The department also teaches entrepreneurship opportunities to build job providers of the future. LPU provides different classes for placements which helps in grooming. Students are trained in Aptitude, Reasoning, free preparation for government Exams, Soft Skills, language training, Interview skills right from the 1st year. Companies like Panacea biotech, Dalmia healthcare, Root analysis, Cactus (and the list goes on) visit the campus every year. Also, the scope is just not limited to work in the corporate sector in areas like marketing, quality controls, or as research associative (for companies like Root analysis and cactus) but also the research areas. Thanks.

Puneet Singh · Answer

Dear Vaishali, My cousin did B.Sc. And M.Sc. In Biotechnology from LPU, so I will be sharing the details of this programme at LPU. Firstly, LPU is an awesome university and every moment there is worth spending. Which will broaden a student's exposure to the subject and his perspective towards it. M.Sc. In Biotechnology is a career-oriented course that covers topics like Genetics, Cell Technology, Fermentation Technology, Advanced Biotechnology, Tumor, etc. The curriculum is a mixture of both theoretical and practical sessions that helps students learn the implementation of the course. At LPU M.Sc. In Biotechnology is an advanced course and helps students in making a career in R&D or get employed in companies like pharma and healthcare. Students who want to grab an opportunity to be associated with Science and technology and contribute to the medical and pharma sector can choose this Biotechnology course. The course will help students acquire skills and technologies associated with biological Science. Biotechnology is a type, of course, that should be typically taken by students who know what they are doing and who have the real intentions to study the course and get better in the subject. State-of-the-Art infrastructure with fully wi-fi campus and seamless networking architecture in hostels, classes, canteens, common rooms and sports areas. A platform for excellence in teaching, learning and administration; state-of-the-art information technology is extensively used in LPU, contributing to the development of well-trained graduates, postgraduates, and doctorates to meet the professional manpower needs of not just India but the world. The placement record of LPU in Biotech. Domain: a) 15 LPA is the highest salary package of the batch. B) 4.2 is the average salary package of the batch c) 91% students got placed till date Students are placed in the best brands like Biocon Pvt Ltd. , Panacea Biotech, Shanta Biotech, Syngene, Piramal Healthcare, Wockhardt Limited, Reddys Laboratories, Bharat Biotech, Himalaya Spring, Nectar Life sciences Pvt Ltd. , Alchemist Pvt Ltd, Transsasia Pvt Ltd, Life-cell International etc. Thanks!

Lipika Dhingra · Answer

An Engineering programme which seamlessly articulates the concepts from basic Science to technology with relevant practice through lab and projects pertaining to biotechnology for building the problem solving skills, keeping industry requirements in place. PO1 :Engineering knowledge : Apply the knowledge of mathematics, Science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialisation to the solution of complex engineering problems. PO2 : Problem analysis : Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences. PO3 : Design/development of solutions : Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations. PO4 : Conduct investigations of complex problems : Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions. PO5 : Modern tool usage : Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations PO6 : The engineer and society : Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice. Being an alumni of LPU I would like to share some insights : Numerous companies like Biocon Pvt Ltd. , Panacea Biotech, Shanta Biotech, Syngene, Piramal Healthcare, Wockhardt Limited, Reddys Laboratories, Bharat Biotech, Himalaya Spring, Nectar Life sciences Pvt Ltd. , Alchemist Pvt Ltd, Transsasia Pvt Ltd, Life-cell International visit LPU for placements. The average packages lie between 4.5 to 6 LPA.

Avtar Dhillon · Answer

LPU and Amity for pursuing B.Sc and M.Sc in biotechnology are good on their own grounds but I must say that recent advancement in the field of Bio-Technology, the Molecular Biology and genetic engineering domain promises to create a research-oriented and placement oriented environment. Being gratified alumni of LPU, I managed to fetch some of the unique highlights of School of Bio-Technology & Bio-Sciences, LPU. It would be worthwhile to share with you to get the clear picture regarding the offerings of LPU in this domain. In LPU the Bio-Tech. Department is regularly works on advanced research projects with novel ideas of applied value. Recently LPU researchers have managed to develop 100% natural fruit-flavoured chocolates with enhanced antioxidant properties through a novel method that has now been granted a patent by the Indian Patent Office. This invention actually does nullify the adverse effect of synthetic fruit flavours on consumers health (especially children). Thrust Areas of research: Plant Functional Genomics, Molecular Marker studies, Taxonomy and Phylogenetic analysis Not only research the highlights of the school includes : Faculty: Highly experienced faculty, academically excellent in terms of their educational background, research and teaching. Fields of study: Genetic engineering, Molecular Biology cell Biology Molecular Diagnostics, Cloning (Reproductive and Therapeutic cloning) Unique features: Research projects in collaboration with national laboratories of India (NIPGR, New Delhi; CPRI, Shimla; NRCE, Hisar; IIWBR, Karnal; NIEBE, Kpurthala), Live projects for undergraduate students. Innovative Pedagogy: Academic tasks such Class Participation, Design Problem, Term Paper, Assignment, Live examples, AV-aids. Test and Quiz based on various competitive examinations. Case studies on Current research scenario. Developing Future Career Prospects: Teaching in College, Junior/senior research fellow, Research posts in ICAR/CSIR labs, Stem cell therapeutics study, pathology labs, agriculture, quality control and assurance executive or manager in industries, Self Employed (Establishing small scale industries). With the help of such advanced guidance, LPU Students are managed to be placed in the best brands like: Biocon Pvt Ltd. , Panacea Biotech, Shanta Biotech, Syngene, Piramal Healthcare, Wockhardt Limited, Reddys Laboratories, Bharat Biotech, Himalaya Spring, Nectar Life sciences Pvt Ltd. , Alchemist Pvt Ltd, Transsasia Pvt Ltd, Life cell

Rajdeep Sharma · Answer

As per my analysis, due to recent advancement in the field of Bio-Technology, the Molecular Biology and genetic engineering domain promises to create a research oriented and placement oriented environment. Being gratified alumni of LPU, I managed to fetch some of the unique highlights of School of Bio-Technology & Bio-Sciences, LPU. It would be worthwhile to share with you to get the clear picture regarding the offerings of LPU in this domain. In LPU the Bio-Tech. Department is regularly works on advanced research projects with novel ideas of applied value. Recently LPU researchers have managed to develop 100% natural fruit-flavoured chocolates with enhanced antioxidant properties through a novel method that has now been granted a patent by the Indian Patent Office. This invention actually does nullify the adverse effect of synthetic fruit flavours on consumers health (especially children). Thrust Areas of research: Plant Functional Genomics, Molecular Marker studies, Taxonomy and Phylogenetic analysis Not only research the highlights of the school includes : Faculty: Highly experienced faculty, academically excellent in terms of their educational background, research and teaching. Fields of study: Genetic engineering, Molecular Biology cell Biology Molecular Diagnostics, Cloning (Reproductive and Therapeutic cloning) Unique features: Research projects in collaboration with national laboratories of India (NIPGR, New Delhi; CPRI, Shimla; NRCE, Hisar; IIWBR, Karnal; NIEBE, Kpurthala), Live projects for undergraduate students. Innovative Pedagogy: Academic tasks such Class Participation, Design Problem, Term Paper, Assignment, Live examples, AV-aids. Test and Quiz based on various competitive examinations. Case studies on Current research scenario. Developing Future Career Prospects: Teaching in College, Junior/senior research fellow, Research posts in ICAR/CSIR labs, Stem cell therapeutics study, pathology labs, agriculture, quality control and assurance executive or manager in industries, Self Employed (Establishing small scale industries). With the help of such advanced guidance, LPU Students are managed to be placed in the best brands like: Biocon Pvt Ltd. , Panacea Biotech, Shanta Biotech, Syngene, Piramal Healthcare, Wockhardt Limited, Reddys Laboratories, Bharat Biotech, Himalaya Spring, Nectar Life sciences Pvt Ltd. , Alchemist Pvt Ltd, Transsasia Pvt Ltd, Life cell International etc. Hope this helps !

Niharika Singh · Answer

Hi, I would recommend you join LPU. LPU School of Bioengineering and Biosciences is equipped with state-of-the-art Bioprocess Engineering and Bioscience labs and believes in imparting knowledge to students through a practical approach to achieve mastery in plant and animal physiology. In addition to core curricula, the course offers subjects like communication and soft skills to enhance personality and employability. The curriculum has been designed to make it easier for the students to prepare themselves for giant exams like CSIR NET ICMR, ICAR, and GATE. With an experienced faculty of 30+ in the department ready to help the students round the clock, this institute is one of the best options for the young population to opt for biotechnology seven days a week. LPU School of biotechnology provides an ultimate learning experience with a commitment to innovation. The school organizes various guest lectures from experts and field visits. The school encourages R & D activities for students to get the benefit. Many students from LPU have successfully collaborated with foreign universities and research institutions. The department also teaches entrepreneurship opportunities to build job providers of the future. LPU provides different classes for placements which helps in grooming. Students are trained in Aptitude, Reasoning, free preparation for government Exams, Soft Skills, language training, Interview skills right from the 1st year. Companies like Panacea biotech, Dalmia healthcare, Root analysis, Cactus (and the list goes on) visit the campus every year. Also, the scope is just not limited to work in the corporate sector in areas like marketing, quality controls, or as research associative (for companies like Root analysis and cactus) but also the research areas. Thanks.

priyank sharma · Answer

I think LPU is the best choice for you because of its good infrastructure, better placement opportunities and its highly qualified faculty. Biotechnology is one of the popular branches in LPU having good placement opportunities.

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