MASTER OF SCIENCE [M.SC] (BIOCHEMISTRY)

The postgraduate Biochemistry Science course is a Master of Science in Biochemistry. Biochemistry also called biological chemistry. The duration of this course is 2 years. It is the study of chemical processes, including, but not limited to, living matter in living organisms. It governs all living organisms and living processes. The learning of Biochemistry manages compound cycles inside and identifying with living creatures in Science. The cycles offer life to the complexity of life. Candidates take up MSc Biochemistry to all the more likely comprehend the synthetic cycles which manage living life forms. A MSc course enables an understudy to comprehend the idea of the course in a theoretical and practical way and prepping youthful applicant's exploration further in the field of Biochemistry. Biochemistry manages the structures and elements of cell segments, for example, lipids, starches, proteins, nucleic acids and so on The primary point of seeking after a MSc in Biochemistry is to see every single part of living life forms at the sub-atomic level and to utilize the information to profit humanity. To seek after a course in MSc Biochemistry, understudies need to right off the bat meet the qualification measures and have the necessary abilities. Biochemical processes give rise to the immense complexities of life by regulating information transfer through biochemical signaling and the release of chemical energy by metabolism. Much of biochemistry deals with the structures and roles of cellular components such as proteins, sugars, lipids, nucleic acids, and other bio-molecules through gradually mechanisms rather than individual molecules are the primary target. The program aims to provide a sound understanding of every aspect of the structure and function of living things at the molecular level and to utilize the knowledge for the benefit of mankind. 

 

Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

• Their 10+2 must have been qualified by a recognized board or equivalent.
• In the BSc degree course or similar, a minimum aggregate score of 50 percent should have been guaranteed.
• Candidates will apply for this course between the ages of 17-21.

 

Admission Process for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

• On the basis of both the merit and entrance test, admissions to MSc Biochemistry can be procured. There are a number of test scores approved by colleges to offer acceptance.

 

Entrance Exams for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

• BHU-PET (Banaras Hindu University)
• GSAT
• Jain EntranceTest (JET)
• Amity JEE
• AIIMS 

 

Course Highlights for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

Degree	Masters
Full-Form	Master of Science in Biochemistry
Duration	2 Years.
Age	17-21
Minimum Percentage	50%
Subjects Required	Subjects corresponding to post-graduation.
Average Fees Incurred	INR 30,000 - 1 L per annum
Similar Options of Study	M.Sc (Bioinformatics), M.Sc (Biotechnology), M.Sc (Botany), M.Sc (Zoology), etc.
Average Salary Offered	INR 4.79 L per annum
Employment Roles	Microbiologist, Associate Research Scientist, Research Scientist, Assistant Production Manager, Clinical Data Coordinator, Copywriter, Senior Data Quality Analyst, Scientific Research Manager, etc.
Placement Opportunities	Regional Headquarters for BASF East Asia, Data Sciences Corporation, Accenture, etc.

 

Syllabus for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

Semester 1	Semester 2
Enzymology	Biophysical and Biochemical techniques
Structure and Function of Biomolecules	Molecular Biology I
Bioenergetics and Intermediary Metabolism	Nutritional and Clinical Biochemistry
Cell Biology and Physiology	Plant Biochemistry
Practical Labs	Practical Labs
-	Seminar Session
Semester 3	Semester 4
Basic Biotechnology	Bioinformatics
Introductory Microbiology	Stem Cell and Reproduction
Molecular Biology II	Biostatistics and Research Documentation
Immunology	Practical Labs
Practical Labs	Project Reports
Seminar Session	-

 

Top Colleges for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

University Name	Location	Average Fee
University of Hyderabad	Hyderabad	INR 28,000
The Oxford College of Science	Bangalore	INR 1 Lakh
Fergusson College	Pune	INR 1.64 Lakhs
Aligarh Muslim University	Uttar Pradesh	INR 2.68 Lakhs
Amity University	Gurgaon	INR 2.09 Lakhs
University of Mysore	Mysore	INR 2.42 Lakhs
AIIMS	Delhi	INR 2,805
University of Delhi	Delhi	INR 20,000
Jamia Millia Islamia University	Delhi	INR 1.05 Lakhs
Maharshi Dayanand University	Rohtak	INR 22,034

 

Job Prospects and Career Options for M.Sc(BioChemistry)

 

MSc Biochemistry graduates are open to lucrative work opportunities in the fields of research, education, communications, manufacturing, and the like. With their duties, obligations, and peak, lowest, and average pay packages, some of these work positions are discussed below.

Employment Areas

 

• Research Laboratories
• Diagnostics Centres
• Colleges and Universities
• Pharma Companies
• Medical Equipment manufacturing Companies
• Biotechnology Firms

 

Job Profile	Description	Average Salary Offered
Research Scientist	A research scientist's job is to collect and interpret knowledge. Their primary goal is to establish studies for scholarly subjects and hypotheses.	INR 6.68 Lakhs
Lab Technician	They are to perform laboratory procedures. They have to perform clerical functions in labs.	INR 2.38 Lakhs
Pharmacologists	They are to study and report the ways how medicines and drugs interact with the human body and animal beings.	INR 5.12 Lakhs
Professor	They are responsible for shaping the career of the students by preparing lectures for them in the subject and by clearing their doubts.	INR 10 Lakhs