The discipline of Bioscience is increasingly becoming important, especially in context of the pandemic and its aftermath. As per a recent study conducted by Grand View Research, the global biotechnology market is estimated to reach USD 727.1 billion by 2025. Besides, India is amongst the top 12 biotech destinations in the world and stands second in Asia, right after China.

To make inroads into the continuously growing biotechnology industry that provides a plethora of career opportunities, aspirants have an opportunity to pursue a Bachelor of Technology in Biotechnology (B. Tech in Biotech) offered by the prestigious School of Biosciences at the Apeejay Stya University (ASU).

The School of Biosciences at Apeejay Stya University (SBS-ASU) offers a dynamic course curriculum developed in consultation with the University advisory board consisting of global experts in industry and academia in the area. Indeed, the course curriculum is updated regularly in sync with the latest developments in Biotechnology research.

SBS-ASU offers 100 percent placement assistance along with merit and need-based scholarships to deserving students. Moreover, SBS-ASU has tied up with major biosciences companies including Walter Bushnell and ASG Biochem, Vanta Biosciences, Path kind Diagnostics, etc. SBS-ASU has also signed a strategic MoU with the Thomas Jefferson University, USA.

The programme covers fundamental and advanced subjects such as Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Bioprocessing, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Stem Cell Physiology, Anatomy, Environment Science, Biophysics, Developmental Biology, Biosensors, Enzymology, Genetic engineering, Cell culture and Tissue culture, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology among others.

The degree program includes regular summer internships, and the final year is a complete 1-year internship which the student can complete in leading institutes, and/or industry.

After the successful completion of the Degree programme, students can opt to choose either industry or academic research or may opt to explore their career as patent attorney, patent examiner, scientific journalism etc. Some students may think about Bio-entrepreneurship as well.

The other details of the Degree programme are as follows:

Eligibility: 10+2 in Science Stream with PCM or PCB along with at least 50% aggregate marks. Those students who are going to appear in their final examinations this year may apply for provisional admissions.

All eligible students will have to clear a written test followed by an interview for admission.

Duration: 4 Years

How to Apply: Application forms can be downloaded from the University website: www.university.apeejay.edu

The University organizes ‘online entrance examinations’ and ‘mock tests’ for admissions in different slots. Interested students may contact career counsellors at 18001037888 for more information.

Students may also visit the University campus at Sohna-Palwal Road, Sohna, Gurugram.