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Master of Science in Microbiology

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Entry Requirements

The candidate must hold a B.Sc., degree in Microbiology / Biotechnology/ B.Pharma / BVSc/ BPT/ B.Sc. Food Science Tech./B.Sc. Nursing. The candidate must have scored a minimum of 55% marks in the qualifying examination.

Course Duration

2 Years

Intake

50

INDUSTRY RECOGNITION

Department had signed MOU with reputed Agricultural, Food and Diagnostic laboratories for sharing of subject expertise and research

About the Department

The Department of Microbiology (PG), established in 2005, is actively engaged in teaching, research, and skill development. The department’s research thrust areas include Molecular Biology, Probiotics, Medical Microbiology, Bioactive Phytochemicals, and Pharmaceuticals. It is well equipped with both basic and advanced laboratory facilities, enabling effective academic instruction and high-quality research output. The department has successfully completed a major research project funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DST). In addition, it received financial and academic support from the Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology (TNSCST) under the Popularization of Science Activities scheme. To enhance employability and career readiness, the department has established tie-ups with diagnostic laboratories for student placements and maintains strong linkages with research laboratories for internships and career advancement. Furthermore, students are provided with value-added certification programs, including Medical Coding and FoSTaC–FSSAI, strengthening their professional competencies and industry exposure.

Vision


To become a center of academic excellence with highly qualified, knowledgeable, competent Microbiologists in order to empower the students and make them responsible citizens.

Mission


To incorporate outcome based curriculum by practicing innovative teaching methodologies both in theory and practical subjects.
To build self-confidence, values and optimistic thinking in the minds of students.

Programme Description

The M.Sc., Microbiology programme integrates advanced core concepts such as Medical Bacteriology, Infectious Virology, Genetic Engineering, Nanotechnology, Forensic Microbiology and Bioinformatics. To enhance employability in both public and private sectors, final-year students undertake an industrial or institutional project, providing practical exposure and application-oriented learning that strengthens their knowledge and professional competence.

Best Practices of the Department

  • Journal Club - Students were regularly exposed to weekly journal presentation sessions, fostering critical reading, analytical thinking, and scientific communication skills, and to present their research findings at national and international conferences through Global Immersion Programme and BIOSUMMIT (annual flagship event), thereby enhancing research aptitude, academic visibility, and professional confidence.
  • Competitive Exams & Fellowship - In addition, CSIR/UGC–NET examination preparation was strengthened through value-added courses, enabling students to build conceptual clarity, competitive exam readiness and to procure fellowships for Ph.D admissions.
  • Research - Students were also sensitized to professional and ethical standards through structured instructional modules on publication ethics, biosafety practices, intellectual property rights (IPR), and bioethics, ensuring responsible conduct of research and adherence to global scientific norms.

Goals & Objectives

✓ To emerge as a centre of academic excellence by nurturing highly qualified, knowledgeable, and competent microbiologists who are responsible citizens and capable of contributing to societal progress as entrepreneurs, scientists, or professionals in diverse industries.

✓ To implement an outcome-based curriculum that addresses student needs through innovative teaching–learning methodologies in both theory and practical subjects, enabling the identification and development of creative potential, strengths, teamwork, and overall professional competence.

Faculty Members

Alumni

HICAS

I am Agalya, Completed M.Sc., Microbiology from HICAS, during the academic year 2007-2009. It was my immense fortune and luck to be the part of this organization where have grown. The entire faculty in Microbiology department leaves no stone unturned to shape my future. The infrastructure of Microbiology lab is one of the finest which stands out the most. The best thing about the department is the cross-culture interaction between students & faculty. With an attitude of being ever ready to help, and not only delivering classroom teachings, but they are also the pillars of the learning gained from this esteemed college and this is a treasure for life. I have established my leadership, time management and team skills and have also been able to advance these skills to the whole new augment level. My Two years has been a wonderful experience of learning with prolific exposure to outside. Huge respect, love and devotion for entire faculty members and department. It was full of learning and grooming oneself. It gave me an opportunity to meet different kind of people and learned many things. Beautiful campus, Massive Library, Hostel which gives a positive vibe to stick with. I truly believe that HICAS stands strong and firm with their motto "Where Education is Beyond Academics".

HICAS Agalya DeviM. Sc., Microbiology (2007-2009)

HICAS Scientist, Stelis Biopharma Pvt Ltd, Banglore

HICAS Master of Science in Microbiology