Which Masters course is better after B.Sc in biotechnology among M.Sc in biotechnology and M.Sc in microbiology?

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Sharath H Aithal B.Arch,M.Arch,AIIA,AIIID,AIIV,MIIE,MISTE,MISTD | Scholar-Level 17

5 years ago

Hi, This is depend on your interest. I am a Microbiology student from Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, Haryana. In simple words, In India, the scope of Microbiology is broad as compare to Biotechnology. Biotechnology is older field while Microbiology is newer field, this is the reason Biotechnology is preferred but Microbiology has bright future. The syllabus/Subjects is/are common or same like Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Immunology etc.

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iam ssuhana | Guide-Level 14

6 years ago

You should go for M.Sc Biotechnology, as you have already spent three crucial years in the same field. M.Sc Biotechnology will increase the chances of employment and better career growth. You can do it from: The University of Hyderabad-School of Life Sciences, University of Mumbai-Institute of Chemical Technology, National Dairy Research Institute
Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology
Lovely Professional University
Delhi Technological University-Department of Biotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology-Department of Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology, Delhi University
Banaras Hindu University
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Aligarh Mu

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Varun dixit | Guide-Level 11

6 years ago

You should go for M.Sc in biotechnology, because it has more career and job opportunities than microbiology.

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n chaitanya | Contributor-Level 6

7 years ago

If you want to pursue higher studies, go for biotechnology or if you are interested in job opt for microbiology.

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Sneha Singhania | Contributor-Level 10

6 years ago

Hi,
Both the courses are equally good and important. You should select one according to your preferences choices and interests.
Good luck.

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Amandeep Kaur | Contributor-Level 8

6 years ago

Hello,
Making the right career choice can be very difficult. It is important that the candidates choose the one based on their skills. It is important that the candidates have the skills to perform a duty or a task efficiently as only then will they able to attain heights in their career. The areas mentioned are both interesting and have a good scope. Since you are doing a Bachelors in Biotechnology you need to decide as to why you would like to change the stream. Is it that you are not interested in this area? Biotechnology should be the preferred choice since you have the basic knowledge for the same. Also, there are good opportuniti

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renu Sejwal | Contributor-Level 8

7 years ago

These are related field but Masters subject makes you specialised in that subject. You have studied biotech course almost same subject will be there in M.Sc biotech, for microbiology you will study microbiology in deep the decision to choose between the two should be yours based on the interest you have in theses subjects and also what do you wish to work on for rest of your life. Both field enabled to be a educator researcher scientist or in an industry based jobs.

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Moin Nargund Aspiring Student | Guide-Level 12

5 years ago

So, now you have finished your B.Sc in a life Science subject and are yet to choose your options. Your confused between microbiology and biotechnology as options. While both may seem very similar, there are some differences when it comes to jobs and Ph.Ds in the future. So worry not my friend, after some extensive research we have pulled together a comprehensive and unbiased guide that may just help you choose.
Firstly, let's discuss job opportunities. Since both the subjects are quite interrelated, biotechnology depends on many basic laboratory techniques of microbiology, while further development of microbiology is quite dependent on

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So, now you have finished your B.Sc in a life Science subject and are yet to choose your options. Your confused between microbiology and biotechnology as options. While both may seem very similar, there are some differences when it comes to jobs and Ph.Ds in the future. So worry not my friend, after some extensive research we have pulled together a comprehensive and unbiased guide that may just help you choose.
Firstly, let's discuss job opportunities. Since both the subjects are quite interrelated, biotechnology depends on many basic laboratory techniques of microbiology, while further development of microbiology is quite dependent on biotechnological methods, it is quite common to share the same job opportunities. Having said that having a Biotechnology degree opens up many more doors, in various fields like industrial processes, management jobs while microbiology jobs are more research oriented. You also have an option of doing an MBA in Biotechnology, which a new and emerging field of work. The job market while not absolutely lucrative is growing with the Biotechnology sector on the increase in India. There are jobs in the agricultural, pharmaceuticals, medical and various other fields, making it a very flexible subject. Also, there are many independent Biotechnology startup companies that promise a good future. After a few years' experience, the salary does increase, as does your market value. What I have found is that in most jobs the requirements are for either Biotechnology or Microbiology graduates, though the latter tends to go for Quality Controlling various industries. When it comes to salary, the starting pay packages are usually in the same range, though managerial positions always pay more than research ones. Now, coming to PhDs and full research careers, it is very easy to switch between these two subjects because of their similarities once again. Having said that, there is a Department of Biotechnology as part of the Ministry of Science and Technology started by Rajiv Gandhi, that aims to promote the growth of Biotechnology in India to help the common man. It is very important to understand that PhDs in India are usually not very well paid, a Ph.D abroad would be a better option, especially in countries like Germany, UK, Australia or US. Foreign degrees are coveted, because they are indeed valued much more in the industry and academia alike.

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So, now you have finished your B.Sc in a life Science subject and are yet to choose your options. Your confused between microbiology and biotechnology as options. While both may seem very similar, there are some differences when it comes to jobs and Ph.Ds in the future. So worry not my friend, after some extensive research we have pulled together a comprehensive and unbiased guide that may just help you choose. Firstly, let’s discuss job opportunities. Since both the subjects are quite interrelated, biotechnology depends on many basic laboratory techniques of microbiology, while further development of microbiology is quite dependent on biotechnological methods, it is quite common to share the same job opportunities. Having said that having a Biotechnology degree opens up many more doors, in various fields like industrial processes, management jobs while microbiology jobs are more research oriented. You also have an option of doing an MBA in Biotechnology, which a new and emerging field of work. The job market while not absolutely lucrative is growing with the Biotechnology sector on the increase in India. There are jobs in the agricultural, pharmaceuticals, medical and various other fields, making it a very flexible subject. Also, there are many independent Biotechnology startup companies that promise a good future. After a few years’ experience, the salary does increase, as does your market value. What I have found is that in most jobs the requirements are for either Biotechnology or Microbiology graduates, though the latter tends to go for Quality Controlling various industries. When it comes to salary, the starting pay packages are usually in the same range, though managerial positions always pay more than research ones. Now, coming to PhDs and full research careers, it is very easy to switch between these two subjects because of their similarities once again. Having said that, there is a Department of Biotechnology as part of the Ministry of Science and Technology started by Rajiv Gandhi, that aims to promote the growth of Biotechnology in India to help the common man. It is very important to understand that PhDs in India are usually not very well paid, a Ph.D abroad would be a better option, especially in countries like Germany, UK, Australia or US. Foreign degrees are coveted, because they are indeed valued much more in the industry and academia alike.

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Swapnaneel Bhuiya | Scholar-Level 17

5 years ago

Making the right career choice can be very difficult. It is important that the candidates choose the one based on their skills. It is important that the candidates have the skills to perform a duty or a task efficiently as only then will they able to attain heights in their career. The areas mentioned are both interesting and have a good scope. Since you are doing a Bachelors in Biotechnology you need to decide as to why you would like to change the stream. Is it that you are not interested in this area? Biotechnology should be the preferred choice since you have the basic knowledge for the same. Also, there are good opportunities afte

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ashutosh chauhan | Guide-Level 13

5 years ago

Hi, both the streams are best in their own way. Every streams has pros and cons. So, you better decide your stream on your interest and in which you score better. Make right choice on your ability.

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Which Masters course is better after B.Sc in biotechnology among M.Sc in biotechnology and M.Sc in microbiology?

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