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Biotechnology is a field, which combines the best of biology and technology for the development of some useful products. It essentially involves applying different methods and performing various procedures, which modify living organisms, either for improvement of the breed or for human purposes. This field has given rise to exciting career prospects. With biology at its heart, biotechnology also involves application of chemical engineering, bioprocess engineering, bioinformatics and bio robotics. Courses & Eligibility There are various courses available at graduate as well as post graduate level, which one can pursue. Further, there are a whole lot of premiere Biotechnology Colleges in Bangalore that offer B.Sc & M. Sc as well as B.Tech/M.Tech programmes. Some colleges also package Biotechnology in a five-year integrated B.Tech and M.Tech dual degree programme, which can be pursued right after completion of 10+2. The eligibility criteria for pursuing a Bachelor’s program in most of these colleges is simply a 50 % pass percentage in Science stream in 10+2. However, some colleges have their own special criteria, which can be viewed at their respective websites and college brochures. Employment opportunities The field of Biotechnology offers endless opportunities to study about the changing genome structure and behaviour of humans as well as other living organisms. Career opportunities in this field are extended to diverse industries such as agriculture, chemical, textile, medical & healthcare, food production among others. A large number of professionals choose this field due to the opportunities it offers in research & development. Biotechnology Colleges in Bangalore Bangalore has a plethora of top quality colleges that offer best in class education in the field of Biotechnology. Some of these colleges specialise in offering science courses while other also offer engineering programmes in Biotech. Top colleges for B. Sc/M.Sc programmes St. Joseph’s College: Established in the year 1882, St. Joseph’s College provides B. Sc in Biotechnology. The compulsory subjects required for pursuing this course include any two out of chemistry, biotechnology or botany in 10+2. Christ College: Now a deemed university, Christ College is one of the best colleges in Bangalore, offering wide variety of courses. The college has tie-ups with various international universities. It has two biotechnology programs (B.Sc in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Botany and B.Sc in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Zoology). It also offers a certificate course in Advanced Biotechnology. Mount Carmel College: This is a girls-only college established in the post-independence era in 1948. Mount Carmel College offers a Bachelors as well as a Master’s degree of Science in Biotechnology. The eligibility for the master’s program includes all biological science graduates with 55% and above percentage. The college is located in Vasanth Nagar locality in Banglore. NIMS: The National Institute of Management Studies is an ISO certified college, which offers various Masters as well Bachelors programs. Located in Kangeri Satellite Town, Banglore, the college has a course named Bachelor of Science in Applied Biotechnology. This three year course requires an eligibility of 10+2 in Science with Biology as one of the main subjects. Top college for B.Tech/M. Tech programme M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Technology (MSRIT): Affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, MSRIT is one of the top tier colleges that offer a BE program in Biotechnology. This is a four year course, which requires a minimum eligibility of 10+2 with PCMB. The students need to take the Karnataka Examination Authority entrance exam for gaining admission into the college. MSRIT also offers M.Tech in Biotechnology, admission to which is through PGCET only. Author Bio: Saurabh Tyagi writes on behalf of Shiksha.com. It is leading online educational Portal providing information about Biotechnology colleges, Biotechnology institutes, Medical Colleges, universities and various competitive examinations.
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