B.Sc. Microbiology – Best Deemed University in Chennai

Programme Outcomes

PROGRAM OUTCOME (PO)

PO-1: Microbiology knowledge: Graduates will acquire microbiology specific knowledge including molecular biology, immunology and rDNA technology coupled with hands-on skills and leadership skills for a successful career.

PO-2: Problem analysis: Graduates will be able to analyse, solve and troubleshoot problems in implementation of microbiological protocols.

PO-3: Design/development of solutions: Graduates will develop creative thinking and cooperate with each other to solve problems in the field of microbiology.

PO-4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Graduates will acquire practical skills – which help in planning and designing protocols to validate hypothesis and execute experimental techniques independently as well as assimilate, analyse and interpret subsequent data.

PO-5: Modern tool usage and communication: Graduates will effectively be able to manage resources and time using ICT and computer enabled devices and accomplish ability to understand and communicate all ideas effectively.

PO-6: Environment sustainability and Ethics: Graduates will get adequate knowledge to use information and implement solutions for environmental protection and remediation. Graduates will be aware of their role and responsibility in handling and use of microbes including genetically modified microorganisms.

PO-7: Lifelong learning: Graduates will carry on to learn and adapt in a world of constantly evolving technology.

Curriculum & Syllabus

CURRICULUM & SYLLABUS

MINIMUM CREDITS TO BE EARNED: 140

		Hours/week				Maximum Marks
Code No.	Course	Lecture	Tutorial	Practical	Credits	CA	SEE	Total
SEMESTER 3
LANG	Tamil III/ Hindi III/ French III	3	0	0	3	40	60	100
ENG	English – III	3	0	0	3	40	60	100
CORE 7	Introduction to Environmental Microbiology	4	0	0	4	40	60	100
CORE 8	Basic Food Microbiology	3	0	2	4	40	60	100
CORE 9	Introduction to Virology	4	0	0	4	40	60	100
AECC	Environmental Studies	2	0	0	2	40	60	100
CORE	Practical in Environmental microbiology	0	0	4	2	40	60	100
SEC	Soft Skills - II / Sector Skill Council Course	2	0	0	2	40	60	100
SEC	Swayam / NPTEL / Value Added Course	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
	Total	21	0	6	24

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Eligibility Criteria

Program	Program Duration (Year)	Eligibility	Criteria for Merit
B.Sc Micro-Biology	3 Years (6 Semesters)	A pass in higher secondary with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/ Botany/ Zoology/ Vocational – Agriculture or any Life Sciences	Merit based on the percentage of marks secured in the qualifying examination

Career Prospects

CAREER PROSPECTS

Clinical Laboratory Scientists
Food Scientists and Technologists
Immunologists
Mycologists

Parasitologists
Personal Care Product and Cosmetic Scientists and Technologists
Pharmaceutical Scientists and Technologists
Science Writers

Technical Support Specialists
Virologists
Water Quality Laboratory Technicians

Alumni Testimonials

“My experience at Vels university was quite different and before my showtime i was afraid of my future. Once after entering microbiology department, i made cohesive bonding and cognition among faculty, who enlightened my path towards extensive and intensive knowledge on microbiology. The astonishing environment of Vels university propelled me into my masters program in a top college. I thank them for feeding me with knowledgeable fuel to drive my future in successful roads.”

Mr. MOHINUDEEN (B. Sc Microbiology) 2012-2015 Batch

Business Manager, Pfizer Ltd, Chennai.

I have finished my graduation from the department of Microbiology, Vels University and it was a good opportunity for me to build up good knowledge in this field. I found this subject very interesting from the first day and the professors from this department helps me a lot to gather knowledge. It was good to be in the lab and learn the skill of different practical works. Finally it was a good experience to be in the department.

Mr. SOMAK BANERJEE (B. Sc Microbiology) 2012-2015 Batch

Academic Specialist, Think and Learn Pvt Ltd., Chennai

Fee Structure

Tuition Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem)	Other Fee (Per Sem)	Total Fee 2024 - 2025 (Per Sem)
17,000	13,000	30,000

Faculty of the Department

Sl. No.	Name of the Faculty	Designation	Educational Qualification	Area of Specialization	Experience in Years	Vidwan ID
1	Dr.AK.Kathireshan	Professor & Director	M.Sc., M.Phil., SLET, Ph.D	Molecular Drug Resistance, Plant Microbiome and Bioprospecting of Marine Algae	29 years 1 month	234065
2	Dr.Gayathri.G	Associate Professor	M.Sc., M.Phil, SET, Ph.D	Microbial Biofilms, Nanomaterials, Immunotherapeutics	25 years 2 months	173799
3	Dr.Suresh Dhanaraj	Associate Professor	M.Sc.,M.Phil, Ph.D,NET.	Microbial Nanotechnology, Fermentation Technology	24 years 2 months	290392
3	Dr.Prabha.S.B	Assistant Professor	M.Sc., Ph.D	Applied Microbiology	8 years2 months	234101
5	Dr.Raj Yoganandh.S.V	Assistant Professor	M.Sc., Ph.D	Mycology, Antimicrobial resistance	5years,0months	234082
6	Dr.Murugan.K	Assistant Professor	M.Sc, Ph.D	Bioremediation, Biodegradation, Waste water treatment using VBNC Bacteria	1years,1months	469422
7	Dr.Sudharsan.K	Assistant Professor	M.Sc, Ph.D	Industrial microbiology, Biopolymer production	7 years 10 months	469400