Best Colleges for MSc Microbiology in India

In the past few years, Microbiology has emerged as a popular field and lot many students wants to pursue their career in this particular field. Microbiology is the study of micro-organisms like viruses, bacteria, fungi etc. These micro-organisms can’t be seen without using microscope. There is a great involvement of Microbiology in various areas like Medicine, Pharmacy, Agriculture, chemical technology and nanotechnology to name a few. After doing the specialization in Microbiology, one can be called as Microbiologist. Microbiologists study the effect of how microorganisms affect the lives of humans and other living beings. Microbiologists are involved in taking green initiatives, food safety and in the prevention, control and treatment of diseases which are caused by micro-organisms (microbes).

Microbiology offers specialization in various areas like Agricultural, Cellular, Soil, Veterinary, Water, Microbial genetics, Environmental, Industrial etc.

Aspiring candidates must possess logical thinking, Problem solving attitude, leadership skills, and good written and verbal communication and must be hands on with computers and statistical tools.

MSc in Microbiology course is of two years and divided into 4 semesters. Each semester is of 6 months deuations.

Microbiologists can work in both government and private sector organizations. Microbiologists can expect overseas job opportunities in countries like United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France and Australia. Various Universities & Educational Institutes employ microbiologists in teaching and research domain. Employment areas for microbiologist are Pharmaceutical industry, Laboratories, Hospitals, Universities, Research organizations, Food and beverages industry and agricultural department. Some of the top recruiters of India, in the field of microbiology are Cipla, Sun pharma, Ranbaxy, Serum Institute of India, Glaxosmithkline, Siron Technology, Mascot International, Alpha pharma, Lakshmi life sciences, Krauter healthcare and Indian Hotels Company limited. After the successful completion of the course, candidates can join the industry as Microbiologist, Nutritionist, Research analyst, Clinical research associate, Project associate to name a few designations prevalent in the industry.

Many private and government Msc Microbiology Colleges in Delhi, but there are only few reputed institutes. Some of the top colleges of the country offering program in this area are
The Top Ten
1 Delhi University
2 Jiwaji University
3 Bharath University (Chennai)
4 Fergusson College
5 St. Xaviers College
6 Christian Medical College (CMC, Vellore)
7 Chandigarh University
8 Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (JIIT, Noida)
9 Amity University
10 Sharda University
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