M.Sc Medical Biotechnology at MSLS

Manipal

Decode Life with Data and Shape the Future of Life Sciences

The M.Sc. Medical Biotechnology program at Manipal School of Life Sciences equips you with advanced scientific knowledge and practical training to address global healthcare challenges. Over two years and four semesters, you develop expertise in biotechnology with a strong focus on human health, while strengthening your ability to think critically and contribute to impactful biomedical research.

You learn from experienced faculty in state-of-the-art laboratories. The curriculum integrates core theory with laboratory rotations, research projects, and industry exposure, fostering inquiry, collaboration, and innovation, and preparing you for higher studies, industry roles, or entrepreneurial ventures.

Program Highlights

Interdisciplinary Knowledge Base: Acquire a strong foundation across molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, immunology, enzymology, and bioinformatics.

Research-Driven Curriculum: Experience hands-on training through lab rotations, advanced coursework, and a capstone research project.

Skill-Building for Industry: Strengthen your ability to apply biotechnology knowledge to real-world healthcare problems and industry contexts.

Leadership and Teamwork: Build qualities that prepare you for collaborative scientific and professional roles.

Ethical and Professional Standards: Learn to apply scientific knowledge responsibly, with an emphasis on ethics and societal impact.

Global Perspective: Benefit from industry-academia collaborations and opportunities for higher education worldwide.

Advanced Exposure

15+ advanced courses, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

Research Project

Research projects that prepare you to address current challenges in medical biotechnology.

Internships

Industry and academic internships that connect classroom learning with real-world practice.

Advanced Exposure

15+ advanced courses, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

Advanced Exposure

15+ advanced courses, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

Program Eligibility

Qualification

You must successfully complete B.Sc. (Botany / Zoology / Biotechnology / Food Science/ Nutrition / Agricultural Sciences or any other branch of Life Sciences)/ MBBS/ BDS/ B.Pharm/ PharmD/ BVSc/ BAMS/ BHMS/ B.E. or B.Tech (Biotechnology / Biomedical) or equivalent from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate.

You must appear for the Manipal Entrance Test (MET) and secure the required cutoff.

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

The award of Fee Waiver for the subsequent years will be the same as given at the time of admission in the first year. Scholarship will be extended in the subsequent year only to those students who have cleared all subjects in the University Examinations of previous year before the due date for payment of annual program fee. Students who are promoted to next year with failures (F) / Incomplete (I) / Detention (DT) grades, will NOT be eligible for fee waiver for that academic year. Fee Waiver will be forfeited in the instances of irregularity in attendance, proven charges of indiscipline, bringing disrepute to the Department / Institution / University etc.

Withdrawal Policy

In case the candidate leaves the course before the course completion (for any reason), he / she MUST reimburse the total program fee (as per Prospectus 2025) for the years of scholarship utilized, back to MAHE Manipal.

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Program Highlights

Interdisciplinary Knowledge Base: Acquire a strong foundation across molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, immunology, enzymology, and bioinformatics.

Research-Driven Curriculum: Experience hands-on training through lab rotations, advanced coursework, and a capstone research project.

Skill-Building for Industry: Strengthen your ability to apply biotechnology knowledge to real-world healthcare problems and industry contexts.

Leadership and Teamwork: Build qualities that prepare you for collaborative scientific and professional roles.

Ethical and Professional Standards: Learn to apply scientific knowledge responsibly, with an emphasis on ethics and societal impact.

Global Perspective: Benefit from industry-academia collaborations and opportunities for higher education worldwide.

Advanced Exposure

15+ advanced courses, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

Research Project

Research projects that prepare you to address current challenges in medical biotechnology.

Internships

Industry and academic internships that connect classroom learning with real-world practice.

Advanced Exposure

15+ advanced courses, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

Advanced Exposure

15+ advanced courses, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs.

Program Details

Outcomes
Careers

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Master core areas of medical biotechnology, including molecular biology, immunology, human genetics, and bioinformatics.

Develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to address scientific and healthcare-related questions.

Enhance communication skills to present ideas effectively in both academic and professional settings.

Inculcate research aptitude, ethical reasoning, and scientific curiosity for lifelong learning.

Become an industry-ready professional equipped with leadership qualities, multicultural competence, and digital literacy.

Curriculum and Fees

Year 1
Year 2

Foundation through courses in cell biology, molecular biology, biomolecules, human genetics, immunology, enzymology, and analytical biochemistry, supported by training in biostatistics, bioinformatics, and research methodology.

Program Duration

2 Years

Total Program Fee

General:

INR 7,70,000

Total Program Fee

NRI/Foreign:

USD 12,100

Scholarships

Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal awards scholarship for its Under Graduate (UG) and Post Graduate (PG) students under the following categories

Degree / Marks/ Board

UG: 80% aggregate in 12th (as per admission criteria) PG: 70% aggregate in Undergraduate (UG)

Entrance Test

As applicable to the respective program

Scholarship on program fee

10% fee waiver

Scholarship on hostel fee

Not Applicable

Room type

Not Applicable

Monthly Stipend

Not Applicable

Continuation of Scholarship

Withdrawal Policy

To Know More

M.Sc Medical Biotechnology at MSLS

Decode Life with Data and Shape the Future of Life Sciences

Program Highlights

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Industry and Academia Connect

Qualification

2 Years

INR 7,70,000

USD 12,100

Program Highlights

Upon the completion of this program, you can:

Industry and Academia Connect

2 Years

INR 7,70,000

USD 12,100