M.Sc. Medical Biotechnology

COURSE OVERVIEW

The M.Sc. Medical Biotechnology program at The Apollo University is a cutting-edge, research-intensive postgraduate degree designed to bridge the gap between life sciences and clinical applications. Spanning molecular biology, genomics, pharmacogenomics, immunotherapy, and regenerative medicine, the program provides advanced training for careers in biomedical research, diagnostics, and therapeutic development. With a robust curriculum integrated with laboratory-based learning, internships, and translational research projects, students acquire skills aligned with industry and clinical needs. Collaborations with leading research institutions and biotech firms ensure a globally competitive education grounded in local health challenges.

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PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

To build advanced theoretical and experimental skills in medical biotechnology
To foster innovation and research in diagnostics, therapeutics, and personalized medicine
To prepare students for Ph.D., industry, or clinical research roles through rigorous training
To develop ethical, regulatory, and communication competencies for biomedical practice
To integrate bioinformatics and omics technologies for systems-level biomedical research

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

Project-based and research-focused curriculum aligned with biomedical innovations

Core training in genetic engineering, pharmacogenomics, diagnostics, and vaccine technology

Dedicated lab components in stem cell research, molecular diagnostics, and bioprocessing

Opportunities for electives in CRISPR, cancer therapeutics, and biosimilar regulations

Dissertation work with faculty mentors and biotech/clinical partners in final semester

Programme Curriculum

SEMESTER I + -

3 Week Induction Programme
Course Code	Course Name	Periods per week			Credits	Hours per week
Course Code	Course Name	L	T	P	Credits	Hours per week
MBTT7501	Cell and Molecular Biology	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7502	Biochemistry and Metabolism	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7503	Microbiology and Immunology	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7504	Techniques in Biotechnology – I	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7505	Biostatistics and Bioinformatics	3	1	0	4	4
MBTL7501	Techniques in Cell Biology and Biochemistry Lab	0	0	4	2	4
MBTL7502	Microbiology and Immunology Lab	0	0	4	2	4
—	Soft Skills	0	0	0	0	1
—	Mentoring	0	0	0	0	1
—	Technical Seminar	0	0	0	0	1
—	Library	0	0	0	0	1
—	Physical Activity	0	0	0	0	1
—	Sports & Club Activity Sessions	0	0	0	0	1
—	Student Research Groups & Journal Clubs	0	0	0	0	1
—	Self-Learning	0	0	0	0	1
TOTAL		15	5	8	24	36

SEMESTER II + -

3 Week Induction Programme
Course Code	Course Name	Periods per week			Credits	Hours per week
Course Code	Course Name	L	T	P	Credits	Hours per week
MBTT7506	Genetic Engineering and Recombinant DNA Technology	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7507	Molecular Diagnostics	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7508	Bioprocess Engineering and Fermentation Technology	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7509	Techniques in Biotechnology – II	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT7510	Genomics and Proteomics	3	1	0	4	4
MBTL7503	Genetic Engineering Lab	0	0	4	2	4
MBTL7504	Molecular Diagnostics Lab	0	0	4	2	4
—	Soft Skills	0	0	0	0	1
—	Mentoring	0	0	0	0	1
—	Technical Seminar	0	0	0	0	1
—	Library	0	0	0	0	1
—	Physical Activity	0	0	0	0	1
—	Sports & Club Activity Sessions	0	0	0	0	1
—	Student Research Groups & Journal Clubs	0	0	0	0	1
—	Self-Learning	0	0	0	0	1
TOTAL		15	5	8	24	36

Semester III + -

Course Code	Course Name	Periods per week			Credits	Hours per week
Course Code	Course Name	L	T	P	Credits	Hours per week
MBTT8511	Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT8512	Vaccine Technology	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT8513	Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT8514	Medical Biotechnology Applications	3	1	0	4	4
MBTT8601	Elective I	3	0	0	3	3
MBTL8505	Stem Cell and Immunotherapy Lab	0	0	4	2	4
MBTL8506	Pharmacogenomics Lab	0	0	4	2	4
—	Library	0	0	0	0	2
—	Physical Activity	0	0	0	0	2
—	Sports & Club Activity Sessions	0	0	0	0	2
—	Student Research Groups & Journal Clubs	0	0	0	0	3
TOTAL		15	4	8	23	36

Semester IV + -

Course Code	Course Name	Periods per week				Number of Hours
Course Code	Course Name	L	T	P	C	Number of Hours
MBTT8516	Research Methodology and Scientific Communication (NPTEL/SWAYAM)	1	1	0	2	2
MBTT8517	IPR and Regulatory Affairs (NPTEL / SWAYAM)	1	1	0	2	2
MBTT8602	Elective II	3	0	0	3	3
MBTP8501	Project Work	0	0	24	12	24
	Library	0	0	0	0	1
	Physical Activity	0	0	0	0	1
	Sports & Club Activity Sessions	0	0	0	0	2
	Student Research Groups & Journal Clubs	0	0	0	0	1
	TOTAL	5	2	24	19	36

PROGRAMME FEE AND SCHOLARSHIPS

PROGRAMME FEES SCHOLARSHIPS ADMISSION PROCESS

One-Time Fee	Admission Fee	₹ 10,000
1st Year	Tuition Fee + Annual Recurring Fee	₹ 1,50,000 + ₹ 13,000
2nd Year	Tuition Fee + Annual Recurring Fee	₹ 1,50,000 + ₹ 13,000
Total Course Fee		₹ 3,36,000

Scholarship is available for eligible students

Admission via AP convenor quota
• University quota
• Bachelor’s in Life Sciences, Medical or Allied Health Sciences required

EMPLOYABILITY AREAS

Graduates are equipped to work in research labs, biotech industries, diagnostics, and healthcare sectors. Prominent roles include:

Biomedical Research Scientist
Molecular Diagnostics Specialist
Clinical Trial Coordinator
Genetic Engineering Scientist
Pharmacogenomics Analyst
Regulatory Affairs Executive
R&D Associate – Biopharma
Project Fellow or Ph.D. Scholar