Microbiology is a science that is used in many fields; therefore, it is essential to be a lifelong learner with an open mind in order to accept all points of view, analyze them, and then reach an intelligent conclusion, which must also be understood as dynamic. This perspective on life as a dynamic situation in which one grows and dies every second is an important life lesson. MSU's heart is its faculty. They are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful. Some faculty members are fantastic, while others are not. Presentations and interactive sessions are also available. They have significant industrial exposure but are highly valued in the research field.
The course curriculum is designed in such a way that all B.Sc students in life sciences (zoology, botany, and chemistry) can pursue the Master's course. It covers the majority of the topics required for a master's degree, beginning with general microbiology and progressing to immunology and bioinformatics.
The microbiology department has a separate website wherein you can find details regarding tests and their schedules.
Written tests and oral exams or viva are taken. The written test comprises
Oral/viva: It aims to test your
These tests are quite easy and can be passed after enough preparation.
The programme fees for MSc Microbiology at LPU is INR 80,000 per semester. For four semesters, MSc Microbiology students must pay INR 3,20,000 as total course fee. There is no difference in fee structure on the basis of the students’ caste.
However, LPU offers scholarships to provide financial assistance for its meritorious students. LPU provides scholarships based on entrance exam scores (CUET, LPUNEST, JAM); one who secures good marks in graduation/entrance exams is eligible for the said scholarship. Other scholarships are offered based on the students’ performance in the semester exams.
You can visit the official website of LPU for more information on the merit-based scholarships offered by the university.
The eligibility criteria of seeking admission in LPU for MSc microbiology is that you must have passed an Bachelor's degree with 60% in any of the majors including Microbiology/ Applied Medical Science/ Medical Science & Allied Medical/ Agriculture / Biosciences/ Food Science/ MLT/ Life Sciences/ Veterinary Microbiology & Parasitology/ Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology/ Clinical Chemistry/ Public Health & Allied Sciences/ Plant Science and you will also have to pass LPUNEST.
The entrance exam for St. Xavier’s College Kolkata M.Sc Microbiology will be for 50 marks only. There will be 20 MCQs and 1 Analytical long type question. The total time duration is 1 hr 30 mins for the exams.
The syllabus for St. Xavier’s College Kolkata M.Sc Microbiology entrance exam is as follows:
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