Which one is better: B.Sc in microbiology or B.Tech in biotechnology?

Hi Radhika B.Sc. Deals with more of a theoretical part whereas B.Tech comprises more of a practical. But B.Sc. Is either research or teaching-oriented. By going for a Ph.D. you can also become a professor in a reputed university. B.Tech is more of an engineering side and thus has better job prospects. Moreover these days the demand for B.Tech Biotechnology is increasing tremendously. So 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. B.Tech degree in Biotechnology encompasses both the biological sciences as well as the engineering aspect of Biotechnology. The B.Tech curriculum will cover life sciences subjects such as Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cell Biology etc. And engineering subjects like Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Mass Transfer etc. A B.Sc. Degree on the other hand focuses more on the biological sciences aspect of Biotechnology. Yes, there will be a few subjects related to industrial processes but the main emphasis will be on R&D in biological sciences fields such as Biochemistry, Plant and Animal Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics, to name a few. Browse some good colleges like MIT, VIT, LPU to check academic excellence. LPU offers grants for research also. Good Luck!

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Hi A lot depends on your interest as you can give your best in a stream for which you are passionate. The companies to pick the bests. So decide your interest to give your best. B.Tech degree in Biotechnology encompasses both the biological sciences as well as the engineering aspect of Biotechnology. The B.Tech curriculum will cover life sciences subjects such as Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cell Biology etc. And engineering subjects like Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Mass Transfer etc. A B.Sc. Degree on the other hand focuses more on the biological sciences aspect of Biotechnology. Yes, there will be a few subjects related to industrial processes but the main emphasis will be on R&D in biological sciences fields such as Biochemistry, Plant and Animal Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics, to name a few. Hence first selection should be of a good college which is of repute so that it can give the best academic excellence in the form of best faculty who are there to help you. Added to this, well-equipped labs and library. Exposure of the students to the world market and a wide platform for the student to deal with the world level activities is a must. Browse some good colleges like SRM, VIT, LPU. LPU also offers extensive scales of scholarships besides good academics. Good Luck!

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Hi Radhika, It depends on your interest as you can give your best in a stream for which you are passionate. The companies to pick the bests. So decide your interest to give your best. B.Tech degree in Biotechnology encompasses both the biological sciences as well as the engineering aspect of Biotechnology. The B.Tech curriculum will cover life sciences subjects such as Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Cell Biology etc. And engineering subjects like Bioprocess Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Thermodynamics, Mass Transfer etc. A B.Sc. Degree on the other hand focuses more on the biological sciences aspect of Biotechnology. Yes, there will be a few subjects related to industrial processes but the main emphasis will be on R&D in biological sciences fields such as Biochemistry, Plant and Animal Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Microbial Genetics, to name a few. Hence first selection should be of a good college which is of repute so that it can give the best academic excellence in the form of best faculty who are there to help you. Added to this, well-equipped labs and library. Exposure of the students to the world market and a wide platform for the student to deal with the world level activities is a must. Browse some good colleges like SRM, VIT, LPU. LPU also offers extensive scales of scholarships besides good academics. All the best.

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Hello, Both are distinct in their prospects. B.Sc deals with more of a theoretical part, whereas B.Tech comprises more of a practical. But, B.Sc is either research or teaching-oriented. B.Tech is more of an engineering side and thus has better job prospects.

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Dear Radhika 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 MBA in Biotechnology which is 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 much independent Biotechnology startup companies that promise a good future. After a few years of 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 Control in 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. It is important to mention that while PhDs are available without Fellowships, it would be most prudent to try and gain one, due to low funding in most Ph.D. programmes. In relation to this, it must be mentioned that there are many Fellowship programs, like the DBT-JRF and CSIR NET that provide Fellowships to scholars in Biotechnology. This aspect is much more developed for Biotechnology than Microbiology. While concluding it must be mentioned that while regarding jobs both fields seem at par, for PhDs in India Biotechnology does seem to have an edge. However, it is up to you which field you would like to follow. Follow what you have the most interest in because that is inadvertently the field you will succeed at the most, no matter of the numbers and trends. Here are few institutes: 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 Muslim University of Mumbai VIT BITS etc. DVD.

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Well that depends on your interest, here I am sharing few details which might give you a brief. LPU is one of the leading private universities of India, providing quality education, innovative pedagogy and unbeatable placements both national and international. LPU provides a great academic exposure to its students. It provides a chance to the students to attend guest lectures or workshops, so that they get to learn as much as they can. The students also work on live projects, so that they are able to apply their knowledge to practical settings. It is one of the few that has embraced international practices when it comes to designing a curriculum. The School of Professional Enhancement gives the necessary analytical, logical skills and soft skills to polish the student to the core to make him placement ready. Even mock placement drives are held. List of Few Companies in Microbiology Field: Biocon Pvt Ltd. , Himalaya Spring, Nectar Life sciences Pvt Ltd. , Alchemist Pvt Ltd (Chandigarh), Panacea Biotech (Chandigarh), Jagatjit Industries (Gurgaon), Ind Swift Pharmaceutical, Life cell International (New Delhi), Reddys Laboratories, Government organizations, IDS Infotec, Omics Publishing Group. Biotechnology:- The graduates of the Department of Biotechnology and biosciences are essentially taught with a strong multidisciplinary approach, being trained in both applied biological sciences and applications through a rigorous curriculum, augmented by hands-on experience during internships. They are thus well trained to handle various assignments required by the industry and are well-equipped to diversify into various disciplines. Many 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.

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Dear Radhika,B.Tech is a better option, as it is a professional degree/ course where as B.Sc is not professional, but it is a simple degree. Biotechnology is a branch that has come up very fast. On one hand, it caters to the industrial sector such as food and beverages industry, textiles industry, biological products, medicines and pharmaceuticals while on the other hand this branch of Science caters to the requirements of agriculture, animal husbandry, nutrition and environmental conservation. Because of the commendable scope in this field today it is one of the best career options. There is a great demand for biotechnical experts in countless industries and sectors like:AgricultureAnimal HusbandryEnvironment ConservationGenetic EngineeringHealth CareMedicineIndustrial Research and Development These days we have many universities/ colleges like Lovely Professional University, SRM University, VIT University, etc. That are offering B.Tech in Biotechnology because of its immense scope. All these universities have wonderful infrastructure and world-class facilities to offer to students apart from good placements. You can check their respective websites for more details. Good luck.

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Hello, Choosing between the two courses would be one of the most crucial decisions of your educational future. But it solely depends upon the level of the study. I mean if you want to go further for Masters then biotechnology would be a better option because it leaves you with many other choices for PG. But if you are seeking job right after your graduation then u must go for microbiology, because it is a specialisation programme, and you can get relatively greater job opportunities easily.

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Hi, Choosing between the two courses would be one of the most crucial decisions of your educational future. But, it solely depends upon the level of the study. I mean if you want to go further for Masters then biotechnology would be a better option because it leaves you with many other choices for PG. But if you are seeking job right after your graduation, then you must go for microbiology, because it is a specialisation programme, and you can get relatively greater job opportunities easily.

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If you want to do Masters, then go for B.Sc in Microbiology, and then M.Sc Microbiology, but for employment right after graduation, you should go for B.Tech Biotechnology. You can do biotechnology related courses from: 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 Muslim University of Mumbai VIT, BITS, JP, DU.

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