Microbiology is the study of microscopic
organisms. Micro-organisms are very small organisms which can not be seen through
naked eye. These organisms include bacteria, algae, moulds, protozoa, yeasts
and viruses. Sometimes they are even referred to as microbes and are studied
under microscope, being very small in appearance. Usually, microbiology
includes the study of immunology or immune system. The work of a microbiologist
involves to investigate and discover the existence of organisms and the affect
to our lives.
Some courses offered under Microbiology: -
- Bachelor of
Science in Applied Microbiology
- Bachelor of
Science in Clinical Microbiology
- Bachelor of
Science in Industrial Microbiology
- Bachelor of
Science in Microbiology
- Bachelor of
Science in Food Technology
- Master of
Science in Applied Microbiology
- Master of
Science in Medical Microbiology
- Master of
Science in Microbiology
- Master of
Science in Microbial Genetics and Bioinformatics
Eligibility
For admission in to bachelor’s degree program, you need to
have a 10+2 examination certificate with science subject such as (biology, math
and chemistry). The duration of this course is 3 years.
For pursuing a master’s degree you should have a bachelor's
degree with science subjects such as (biology, math and chemistry). The
duration for this course is 2 years.
Specializations
Some specializations under
microbiology: -
- Agricultural
Microbiology
- Cellular
Microbiology
- Environmental
Microbiology
- Evolutionary
Microbiology
- Generation
Microbiology
- Industrial
Microbiology
- Microbial
- Microbial
Genetics
- Nano
Microbiology
- Pharmaceutical
Microbiology
- Soil
Microbiology
- Veterinary
Microbiology
- Water
Microbiology
Job Prospects
Graduates of microbiology can choose a career as Environmental
Microbiologists, Bacteriologists, Food Microbiologists, Industrial
Microbiologists, Medical Microbiologists, Protozoologists, Mycologists, Biochemist,
Biomedical Scientist, Biotechnologist, Cell Biologists, Geneticists,
Immunologists, Parasitologists, and Virologists. They can also opt a career as science writer, who writes
articles for common people and professional microbiologists. Teaching is
another good career option in the field of microbiology.
Some job profiles: -
- Analysts
- Biochemist
- Biomedical
scientists
- Biotechnologist
- Cell
Biologists
- Geneticists
- Immunologists
- Microbiologists
- Mycologists
- Parasitologists
- Protozoologists
- Science
Writer
- Teachers
- Virologists
Some Employment Areas: -
- Agriculture
Department
- Beverage
Industry
- Chemical
Industries
- Environmental
Agencies
- Food
Industry
- Laboratories
- Pharmaceutical
Industries
- Private
Hospitals
- Research
Organizations
- Universities
Remuneration
The remuneration of a microbiologist depends on their area of specialization. A
fresher can earn between Rs.15000-Rs.20000 per month. With experience and
qualification, one can expect a higher remuneration.
Top Institute of
Microbiology course
- Birsa Institute of Technology, (Jharkhand),
- Christian Medical College, (Tamil Nadu),
- Banaras Hindu University: Faculty of Science, (Uttar Pradesh),
- C.M.S. College of
Science and Commerce, (Tamil Nadu),
- Andhra University-College of Science and Technology, (Andhra
Pradesh),
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (A.I.I.M.S.), (New
Delhi),
- A.V.S. College of Arts and Science, (Tamil Nadu)
- Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, (Madhya Pradesh).
