Program that focuses on the study of microorganisms and their applications in healthcare, agriculture, industry, and research. It covers advanced topics like immunology, virology, microbial genetics, and biotechnology.
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Microbiology is a broad discipline that involves a study of classification of Micro-organisms, Ecology and Cell Biology, and Applications in Agriculture, Food and Medicine. It teaches about micro organisms with particular emphasis on the biology of Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, Algae and Protozoan Parasites, which also covers aspects of Biochemistry, Physiology and Genetics of microorganisms. The department has industrial and institutional links to facilitate internships and guest lectures by senior academicians. The course also throws light on many opportunities in higher education and research. pertaining Besides the curriculum, special focus is laid on the development of personality, inter-personal relationships and leadership traits, to groom future citizens. The department has good infra-structure. Need-based e-resources are the highlights of the department. It has two well-equipped state of the art laboratories with PCR, ELISA, Phase Contrast Microscope, Dark Field Microscope, Florescent Microscope, CO2 incubator, BOD & COD incubator, Cooling Centrifuge, SDS PAGE, Western Blotting and Cell Culture Facility.
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Highlights of the Department
Comprehensive Study of Microorganisms
In-depth learning about bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa.
Advanced Laboratory Training
Practical exposure to microbial techniques, culturing, and diagnostics.
Research-Oriented Curriculum
Focus on experimental skills, dissertation work, and scientific writing.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Integration of microbiology with genetics, immunology, biotechnology, and bioinformatics.
Industry-Relevant Skills
Training in food safety, medical diagnostics, fermentation technology, and quality control.
Guest Lectures & Industry Visits
Exposure to real-time practices through talks and visits to research centers and industries.
Environment & Public Health Focus
Insights into environmental microbiology and microbial roles in pollution control and sustainability.
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Scope of the Course
Graduates can pursue careers in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food industries, agriculture, and environmental sectors, where microbiological expertise is in high demand.
There is strong scope for research in areas like immunology, genetic engineering, biotechnology, and infectious diseases, both in public and private research institutions.
Microbiologists are essential in hospitals, diagnostic labs, and vaccine production units for disease diagnosis, treatment planning, and outbreak control.
With specialized knowledge, graduates can launch their own ventures in biotech products, diagnostic kits, organic farming, or probiotic industries.
M.Sc. Microbiology graduates are in demand globally, especially in countries focusing on biotech research, food safety, public health, and infectious disease control.
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Add-on Courses
The department offers additional skill-enhancement courses to broaden students' knowledge and employability prospects:
Medical Lab Technology (MLT)
Useful for roles in hospitals, diagnostic centers, and pathology labs
Bioinformatics
Combines biology with data analysis tools.
Vermi Composting Technology
Conducting Certificate course on "Vermi Composting Technology" for Life Science students from 2014 – Till Date.
Social Work Organized
Dr Sultan Ahmed Ismail, Director Nature Eco club Palavakkam and Eminent Scientist in Vermicomposting Technology, visited HCAS Vermi compost unit during Waste to Value program on 04th July 2017.
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Syllabus
Semester- I
General Microbiology, Physiology and Microbial Diversity
Immunology and Microbial Genetics
General Microbiology, Physiology, Microbial Diversity, Immunology and Microbial Genetics
Forensic Science /Health and Hygiene /Microalgal Technology
Bioinstrumentation/Herbal Technology & Cosmetic Microbiology/Essentials of Laboratory Management & Biosafety
Semester- II
Medical Bacteriology and Mycology
Medical Virology and Parasitology
Practical-II – Medical Bacteriology, Mycology, Virology & Parasitology
Epidemiology / Clinical and Diagnostic Microbiology / Bioremediation
Bioenergy / Nanobiotechnology /Clinical Research
Organic Farming and Bio Fertiliser Technology
Internship* / Industrial Activity
Semester- III
Soil & Environmental Microbiology
Food and Dairy Microbiology
Research Methodology & Biostatistics
Practical III – Soil, Environmental, Food & Dairy Microbiology
Fermentation Technology and Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Entrepreneurship in Microbiology
Internship / Industrial Activity
Semester- IV
Molecular Biology & Recombinant DNA Technology
Practicals IV – Molecular Biology & Recombinant DNA Technology
Project with Viva Voce
Marine Microbiology/Bioinformatics /Microbial Quality Control and Testing
Biosafety, Bioethics and IPR / Toxicology /Water Conservation and Water Treatment Technologies
1. What are the courses offered by Microbiology department, and what are the subject taught?▼
B. Sc. Microbiology, M.Sc. Applied Microbiology, M. Phil. and Ph. D. are the courses offered.
General Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Medical Microbiology, Mycology, Parasitology, Virology, Soil Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Biology, are the different subjects that are dealt with, in the above mentioned courses. This course also includes application-oriented subjects like Bioinstrumentation, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, and Research Methodology, which pave way for students to pursue higher studies in various fields.
Admission process for B. Sc., M.Sc., and M. Phil., programs start in the month of April, and for Ph. D. in the months of January and July.
2. Is Microbiology a good career option and is there a demand for Microbiologists?▼
Yes, it is a good option. Employment of Microbiologists is projected to grow 5 percent over the next ten years, and more microbiologists will be needed to contribute to basic research, solve problems encountered in industrial production processes and monitor environmental conditions, to ensure public health and safety.
Job Prospects
Quality Controller, Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical Coder
Medical Biller
Writer
Research Assistants
Scientists
Medical representative
Microbiologists are mostly hired in the following fields:
Higher education institutions.
Industry – water and biotechnology companies,
Food and drink, toiletries,
Petroleum, pharmaceuticals.
Environmental organizations.
Public health organizations.
Healthcare organizations.
Forensic science laboratories.
Publicly funded research organizations.
3. Is there any financial assistance provided by the college for the students?▼
Government SC/ST Scholarships and low income group stipend through State Education Department is possible. In addition to that, alumni fee concession (50% of tuition fee) is provided to HCAS students who pursue Masters Program in our College.
4. What is the scope of M.Sc., Applied Microbiology?▼
There is a vast scope for Microbiology, since it is involved with the diverse fields like Medicine,Pharmacy, Diary, Food Industry, Clinical Research, Water Industry, Agriculture, Chemical Technology and Nanotechnology, Recombinant DNA Technology, Vaccine Production, Biodegradation Technology, Bio Fertilizer Technology, Waste Water Treatment Technology. Higher studies like M. Phil., Ph.D. can be pursued or Scientist positions can be assumed after Master’s Program in Microbiology. After clearing CSIR Exam one can become a Junior Research Fellow/Senior Research Fellow.
M.Sc., Applied Microbiology has good scope in India and abroad. Microbiologists can work in Hospitals, Clinical Laboratories, also find opportunities in R&D departments in various pharmaceutical companies, or can even continue research programs like M. Phil / Ph.D.
5. What is the future scope of Microbiology, and in which areas can this degree be of use?▼
Discovery of new microorganisms. Microorganisms undergo rapid changes in their nature (wild type to mutant) which results in the emergence of new diseases like COVID – 19. Microbiologists have to respond to these threats. Hence Microbiologists should find ways to stop the spread of established, as well as emerging diseases.
Microorganisms can be used for the welfare of the community by using them in various industrial processes and enhanced environmental control.
Sequencing the genomes of many newly discovered microorganisms.
Discovery of vaccines for various newly emerging pathogens, in order to prevent the spread of infectious diseases among the community.
Microorganisms are essential partners with higher organisms. Greater knowledge of symbiotic relationships can help improve our appreciation of the living world. It would also help in the improvement of health of plants and livestock.
Micro organisms are used in dairy industries for making of yoghurt, cheese, butter milk and also it is used as Probiotics.
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