With highly qualified faculty members, who have more than 40 years of experience in the field of research and academics, and a program that is designed to meet the increasing demand of a skilled taskforce, Navrachana University is one of Gujarat’s premier institute committed to prepare students for specialized roles in the ever expanding field of Biology.
The Programs offered under the School of Science are BSc (Specializations – Chemistry, Life Sciences), BMS (Specializations – Molecular Medicine, Drug Discovery and Design, Reproductive Biomedicine, Human Genetics), MSc-Life Science (Specializations – Plant Sciences, Animal Science, Biochemistry, Environmental Science) and MSc – Chemistry (Specializations – Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry).
MSc in Life Science is a two-year postgraduate degree program with a broad focus on all the key skills needed by a student in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary areas. It lays emphasis on the overall development of laboratory skills of a research student coupled with an expansion of his/her knowledge base through specialized inputs.
The Program offers specializations ranging from traditional to the most recent ones, as well as some newly blended areas of focus, developed looking into the need of the future demands of industry and research. The course work comprises of lectures and practicals, along with skill building through technical and research oriented programs, and is reviewed regularly by our Academic Advisory Board.
Some of the specializations offered as part of MSc – Life Science are Cell and Molecular Biology, Genetics, Molecular Medicine, Conservation Biology and Medico Botany.
MSc-Life Science @ NUV Advantage
State-of-art infrastructure and advanced laboratories with modern instrumentation needed for pursuing quality research and training
Guidance for Doctoral studies and competitive exams like CSIR NET, IFS, IAS, UPSC
Need based inputs from experts
Opportunity to work on ongoing projects and on novel unexplored areas
Special emphasis on regulatory affairs for those aspiring to work in pharmaceuticals
Pedagogy
Well-structured classroom sessions and close personal interaction with faculty
Regular workshops, talks and interactive sessions with researchers and experts
Experiential learning through exclusive visits to Industries, Research Labs, etc.
Case studies and projects for application of concepts
Summer projects and hands on training
Hands on practical experience
Internship & Research Project
Each student undergoes two credit-based, on-job internships:
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Four weeks at the end of 1st year |
Each student undergoes two credit-based, on-job internships:
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Four weeks at the end of 1st year |
Also, an integral part of the degree program is a semester long dissertation research in the 4th semester under the guidance of a domain expert.
Both summer internship and research project provide an opportunity to the students to build a healthy and positive relationship with the corporate world and pave the way for future placement.
Both summer internship and research project provide an opportunity to the students to build a healthy and positive relationship with the corporate world and pave the way for future placement.
Industry Connect
Regular live projects, guest lectures, industrial visits and internships expose students to current market and industry functions and needs. This enables students to identify areas of interest, explore possibilities and learn from the industry experts in real-business scenarios.
The NUV Industry Connect provides our graduates a double advantage – firstly they are more employable and as they have industry experience, they perform better in their first job and therefore, tend to grow faster.
Program Details
4 Semesters | Courses (100 credits) | Class size ranges from 20-30
Electives in: Plant Sciences/Animal Sciences/Biochemistry/Environmental Science
Admission Process
Important
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Last date for submitting Application
Form – 15th July 2020
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Round 1
16th June, 2020
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Round 2
3rd July, 2020
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Round 3
16th July, 2020
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Duration
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Full-time | Two-year | Postgraduate Degree Program
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Candidates who have completed their BSc degree from any reputed college or university in any of the following subjects with minimum 50% aggregate marks: Botany, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Life Science, Microbiology, Zoology and Biological Sciences.
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Admission
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Written aptitude test and personal interview to assess potential, area of interest, confidence, presence of mind and long-term goals
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Scholarship
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Limited number of Merit Scholarships are available to meritorious students with a score of over 70% marks in Scholarship exam
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| The scholarship is offered to students whose parents combined income does not exceed 8 lakh rupees per year |
| Interested candidates must meet Admin Department after seeking admission |
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Hostel
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Our hostel for boys and girls situated near the NUV campus provides comfortable living with fully furnished rooms, meals and basic amenities like pantry, attached washrooms, gym, reading space, TV room and much more. Click here to know more |
