Introduction
Bioscience is an important area
of study as it reveals the facts and has taken us where we are today. All the
other fields of study are dependent on the facts that are revealed by the
studies that are carried out in field of biology.
Biosciences course incorporates a
plethora of degree programs to study living things from ecosystems down to
their molecular interactions, which have a significant impact on our daily
lives. Biosciences, in the contemporary world, consolidate understanding and knowledge
of life over a range of perspectives and scales. Developing skills to analyze
and interpret experimental data, Biosciences courses focusses on drawing
logical conclusions and asking sensible questions about areas of uncertainty
and future research.
Course
Overview:
Offer a wide range of basic
sciences programs, the Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses in Biosciences
introduce you to the underlying principles of the field. Furthermore, the
program also assists in developing a critical understanding of the subject,
while also gaining expertise and skills for application.
The criteria of eligibility for
Undergraduate (UG) courses requires the candidate to have scored 50% or more
marks in their secondary Education (10+2) from a recognized Board in the
country. On the other hand, Postgraduate (PG) courses require the student to
have scored 50% or more marks in their Graduation from recognized University.
As far as the Doctorate program is concerned, the aspirant needs to have a Master
Degree in Pharmacy/Biology/ Sciences/Bio-technology or its relevant stream with
minimum 55 percent marks in aggregate OR 5.5 CGPA (which would be measured on the
10 pointer scale) and a valid score in CU-Ph.D Entrance Test/GPAT/UGC/CSIR-NET with
interview.
Biosciences at
Chandigarh University:
Chandigarh University and department of
UIS offer the most emphatic and quality higher education program in Biosciences
in the state of Punjab. Aiming to disseminate fundamental & advanced
scientific knowledge in the field and provide a platform for Research,
Innovation, and Entrepreneurship, the department offers inspiring
undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. research programs in the field. Some of
key features that a Biosciences degree from Chandigarh University has to offer
have been mentioned below:
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The
campus offers State-of-the-Art infrastructure and Laboratories to undertake practical
in the diverse areas of the organic, inorganic and physical chemistry
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Students
are encouraged to publish research papers in their last semester in Peer
Reviewed, Science Citation Indexed, SCOPUS and WoS indexed journals.
·
Advanced
Teaching Aids have been instated for Lecture delivery like PPTs, Charts,
Models, Animated Videos, Skype Lectures and more
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Emphasis
on nurturing skills beyond the classroom by organizing numerous activities
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Highly
competent faculty recognized nationally and internationally
Career
& Scope in Biosciences:
Bioscience
as a science helps human life in many ways. It helps in increasing production
of food, combating diseases and also aids in protecting and conserving our
environment. The progress in the biology field has resulted in elevating the
living standard in the field of food and health. The Bioscience degree opens
your pathway to diverse fields
after graduation or post-graduation and some of them have been listed below:-
•
Forensic scientist
• Science technician
• Plant scientist, or botanist
• Aquatic or zoo biologist
• Science museum curator or manager
• Genetic engineer
• Ecological economist
• Political adviser for government groups or nonprofits
• Science writer for TV programs, Online Portals, Websites, Magazines,
newspapers, and more
Academic
Pursuits – Scope & Opportunities
On the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Biosciences and its allied programs, the students have the option to pursue a Master’s degree further in their area of interest. Furthermore, any student wishing to pursue research and development in the country or abroad can advance for the Doctorate. The core subjects a student can pursue after their Bachelor’s degree have been mentioned below:
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) – Chemistry
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) – Botany
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) – Zoology
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Ph. D. in Chemistry
OPPORTUNITIES IN RESEARCH:-
The
hard work you put into your biology studies can pay off down the road on
payday, though you may need to pursue a master's or Ph.D. to ascend the salary
ladder to its highest rungs. Within
the Department of Biological Sciences, the students pursuing Biology majors also
have the chance to take part in world-level scientific researches which are
being carried out across the globe. Apart from joining laboratories studying
cancer, the students pursuing Biosciences may also be part of genetics, spinal
cord injuries, food safety, viruses, brain development and many more.
Some
of the higher-paying biology themed careers with a solid job outlook include,
biochemists and biophysicists, biomedical engineers and natural sciences
managers who manage the work of chemists, physicists and other biologists.
If you have considered
all of the perks of opting biosciences and have decided that it is the career
for you, your next step is to pursue sufficient education. We at Chandigarh
University provide you a wide range of engineering education in an environment
that pursues excellence and discovery. University Institute of
Sciences (UIS), Chandigarh University was ranked 16th among the Top
Engineering Institutes of India by The Outlook Magazine. Join Chandigarh
University and emerge career ready by learning form the best minds and develop
a learning experience and a career of immense quality.