BSc Microbiology - Navrachana University

The School of Science focuses on disciplinary plus a wide range of interdisciplinary courses to broaden students’ perspectives and knowledge in the Sciences. The high-quality programs are conducted by qualified teachers, along with guest faculty members from the industry, subject experts, and independent researchers. The school also collaborates with industry for research and development on real life projects, making students industry ready.

A robust placement assistance program bridges the gap between the student’s aspirations and industry expectations. Some of the leading companies in pharmaceuticals and clinical research employ students from School of Science at NUV.

A unique four-year degree program, the BSc (Hons.) in Microbiology is created to equip students for the exciting and rapidly growing field of biology. The curriculum focuses on developing critical abilities in disciplinary and interdisciplinary domains, with a particular emphasis on research and innovation. It provides a thorough curriculum that develops a student’s laboratory abilities and widens their knowledge base, supporting a holistic approach to learning.

By offering specialties ranging from conventional to cutting-edge fields, including creative blends that foresee future industry and research demands, this exceptional program meets the needs of a wide range of interests. In addition to the combination of lectures and practical sessions, the coursework offers programs that focus on research and technical skill development. The Academic Advisory Board regularly examines the curriculum to make sure it is current and relevant to the most recent developments in the industry.

As an interdisciplinary forum, the Navrachana University Centre for Environment Research and Innovation (NUCERI) promotes scholarly discourse and research initiatives. In keeping with the program’s focus on tackling today’s environmental issues, NUCERI encourages innovators to work toward a sustainable future.

Collaborating with the University of Arizona, the Navrachana University Centre for Public Health (NUCPH) is established to facilitate research, training, and education in the crucial field of Public Health. Recognizing the paramount importance of public health considerations in the current decade, this partnership enhances opportunities for students to engage in impactful research and gain insights from a global perspective.

With a broad focus on all the key skills needed by a student in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas, this program is designed to provide high quality education and training in the field of microbiology to fulfil the future demands in various sectors like medicine, pharmacy, agriculture, food industry, research, environment etc. in India, as well as abroad.

In summary, the BSc (Hons.) Microbiology gives students the skills necessary to promote innovation, support sustainable practices, and tackle public health issues, all while giving them a solid foundation in biology. The program places itself at the forefront of microbiological research and education through strategic partnerships and an innovative curriculum.

The required courses, electives from a choice-based curriculum, and a common foundation program comprise the bachelor’s degree program. University electives must be selected from a predetermined catalogue. The purpose of the optional area is to get more professional, multidisciplinary, and technical abilities. The whole list of courses available at NUV can be used to select elective modules.

The goal of the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Microbiology program is to give students a thorough understanding of the core ideas and real-world applications of the discipline. With its foundation in a multidisciplinary approach, the program is carefully designed to combine practical experience with theoretical knowledge, preparing graduates for a variety of professional paths in research, industry, and academia.

The program’s cornerstone courses, Foundations of Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Biochemistry, and Research Methodology in Microbiology, give students a solid foundation in fundamental subjects. The foundation for a more in-depth examination of specialty tracks is laid by these required courses, which let students customize their academic path according to their personal interests and professional goals.

The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning and research, providing opportunity for laboratory rotations and joint research projects with professors and industry partners. With advanced elective classes, students can further customize their education by choosing subjects like advanced immunology, neurobiology, plant biotechnology, or microbial ecology that fit their particular interests.

Students are exposed to the most recent advancements in the field through a series of seminars on innovative subjects in the biological sciences. Presenting research findings in a public setting is the pinnacle of a student’s academic career and is a part of the capstone experience.

A focus on professional development, which includes networking events with industry professionals, career development courses, and optional internships, supplements the academic program. Additionally, the curriculum includes a mobility window that offers chances for participation in exchange programs or international collaboration.

The successful completion of a guided research, in which students undertake independent research and demonstrate their capacity to meaningfully contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the subject, marks the capstone of the BSc (Hons.) in Microbiology program. Graduates of the program leave with a solid foundation in the biological sciences, specialized knowledge in the field, and the transferable abilities needed to succeed in the ever changing and dynamic microbiology industry.

Well-structured classroom sessions, and close personal interaction with faculty.

Regular workshops, talks and interactive sessions with industry experts.

Experiential learning through exclusive visits to Industries, Research Institutes, etc.

Case studies and projects for application of concepts.

Summer projects and hands on training.

Hands-on practical experience.

Special Q-Laboratory (tinkering space) facilities for experiment and innovation for students and teachers

8 Semesters | Fee Structure: Rs. 43, 200/- per semester Full-time | Four-year | BSc-Honours Program|

Choice-based Curriculum

Navrachana University, a premier university in Vadodara, known for its innovative and forward-looking approaches to education has now implemented a choice-based curriculum for its students. It is aimed at transforming the student learning experience, empowering them to “tailor-make” their own degree.

The need of the hour today is to create highly skilled professionals who possess a broad-based outlook enabling them to collaborate, understand and empathize with larger sociocultural realities.

Choice-based curriculum empowers students to choose 10% of course credits of their choice from other domains.
The mandatory courses of one domain will become the elective courses in other domains.
For instance, a student of Engineering can study Architecture and Design courses and vice versa.

Minor discipline courses

Navrachana University offers its students’ the opportunity to pursue a Minor discipline along with their major degree program, following one’s interest, which facilitates the growth of additional skills. Minors are a means of diversifying the understanding of a topic and a reflection of who one is as an individual. For example, a student of Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) can choose a minor in ‘Interior Design’.

To attain a Minor, the students will need to do 18 credit worth of courses designated to diversify interests and gain a professional edge!

List of Minors

KHOJ winter school program

The Khoj program has been one of the defining social immersion activities at Navrachana University. Conceived right during the inception of the University, the Khoj program was envisaged to be a vehicle to inculcate social awareness, empathy, and interdisciplinary skills among our students, with a larger aim of proposing solutions to societal problems through innovation, it is through intense, rigorous, and field-based activities that students come up with an increased sense of empathy and awareness towards their surroundings. This program was further strengthened by engaging on topics that are relevant and can be made visible to society at large, the program is conceived as a larger and more ambitious activity that is undertaken by students and faculty members during the semester break under the umbrella of KHOJ WINTER SCHOOL.

Thematic Clusters:

To compete for a BSc (Hons.) degree, students must complete a research project or on-the-job training (guided research) and a research presentation (guided research) within the last two semesters.

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