B.Sc Biological Sciences - Course Overview
Duration: 3.0 yrs | Mode: Regular| Avg. Fees: 30,000 / Year
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About B.Sc Biological Sciences
B.Sc in Biological Science is a three-year undergraduate science program that offers knowledge about different science programs such as ecology, botany, environment, genetics, and biodiversity. The course is usually divided into six semesters.
Throughout the period of their coursework, candidates will learn mainly about organisms, their biological systems and study of living organisms and their functions. It is a right choice for candidates who have always been fascinated by the scientific study and research work. The main focus of the course is on biochemistry, cell and molecular, reproductive biology etc.
B.Sc - Biological Sciences Syllabus
First Year:
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Academic Literacy |
Information Literacy |
Mathematics |
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Introductory Genetics |
General Physics 1 |
Biometry |
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Plant Biology |
Animal Diversity |
Inorganic Chemistry |
Second Year:
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Physical Chemistry |
Organic Chemistry |
General Physics 2 |
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Introduction to Enzymes & Proteins |
Analytical Chemistry |
Molecular & Cell Biology |
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Carbohydrate Metabolism |
Lipid & Nitrogen Metabolism |
Plant Biology |
Third Year:
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Biochemistry of Proteins |
Applied Biology |
Biomaterials Laboratory |
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Evolution & Adaptation |
Defence Mechanism Laboratory |
Genetics & Genomics 1 |
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Biomaterials |
Microbiology- Principles & Applications |
Genetics & Genomics 2 |
Popular Specializations of B.Sc - Biological Sciences
- Actuarial Science
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Electronics
- Geology
- Horticulture
- Microbiology
- Zoology
- Forensic Science
- Life Sciences
- Genetics
- Statistics
- Home Science
- Computer Science
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Forestry
- Radiotherapy
- Medical Lab Technology
- Digital Animation
- Merchant Navy
- Merchant Navy
- Merchant Navy
- Biochemistry and Industrial Microbiology
- Animation & VFX
- Hardware & Networking
Career Options and Job Prospects
Students with a B.Sc in Biological Science degree have a wide variety of career options to choose from. Students aiming to become lecturers/ assistant professors can first go for higher and research studies such as M.Phil, Ph.D., and other master’s program in the same field or they can also start with clinical research jobs in hospitals and in research organizations. The employment areas suitable for B.Sc in Biological Science degree holders are:
- Pharma Companies
- Schools
- Research Centres
- Government Hospitals
- Scientific Research Labs
- Content Writing (Science Websites)
- Colleges/ Universities
The entry-level salary for a graduate is between Rs. 2.5 lakh to Rs. 3 lakh. This figure may vary as per industry trends and on one’s professional capabilities. Listed below are the job roles that are suitable for a biological sciences graduate:
- Biological Scientist
- BioFuels Scientist
- Associate Professor
- School Teacher
- Cell and Molecular Biology Scientist
- Biology/ Science Teacher
- Animal Cell Culture Core Instructor