The main aim of this study is to develop a deep understanding of micro-organisms and their life structure in order to develop resources by exploiting them. The study revolves around the biological structure of microorganisms, cellular and molecular functioning, ecology division and as a subject of the human resource.
Specializations in Microbiology
Healthcare
Medicine
Agriculture
Food Safety
Climate Change
Environment
Space Science
Responsibilities of a Microbiologist
Development of new products, processes, and techniques.
Identify micro-organisms in a range of Environments.
Manage laboratory works.
Carry out researches and studies on microbes
Develop prevention and protection techniques against diseases.
Scopes of Microbiology as a Career
Microbiology overlaps the various other degree areas of biology like as molecular biology, genetics and immunology. The scope of Microbiology is huge because of the involvement of microbiology in various fields such as Pharmacy, Medicine, Clinical Research, Agriculture, Dairy Industry, Nanotechnology, and Chemical Technology.
For taking Microbiology as a subject for college or university, one should score enough marks in Biology and Chemistry. Microbiology subject comprises all the core subjects of Biological Sciences as well as Biochemistry and Biophysics. There are several colleges and universities which conduct entrance exams and tests for admission in Microbiology degree course. The 12th standard school level marks is also vital to participate in such entrance exams.
Some popular colleges and universities which provide Microbiology as a subject are ––
IISc
St. Xavior’s
Scottish Church
Bidhannagar College
University of Calcutta
West Bengal University of Technology
JNU
KIT
GITAM
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