The following Professional Courses can chose in biotechnology: 

Undergraduate Program (s) B.sc in Biotechnology
Postgraduate Programs

• M.Sc. Biotechnology
• M.Sc. (Agriculture) Biotechnology
• M.V.Sc. (Animal) Biotechnology
• M.Tech. Biotechnology, M.Sc./M.V.Sc. Veterinary Biotechnology
• M.Sc. (Marine) Biotechnology
• Medical Biotechnology
• M.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering/Biotechnology.

 Depending upon the aptitude and necessity, more advanced courses such  Ph.D. and Post-Doctoral Research in Biotechnology can also be pursued from selected universities from India and abroad.

Areas of interest

Medical Biotechnology: The field deals in the health care and pharmacy sectors. Any discovery in this field pertaining to drugs, vaccines, diagnostics etc can take the entire industry on another platform altogether.

 Nanotechnology: This is a highly interdisciplinary field of Bio-technology dealing with atoms which are only a few nanometers in diameter. It is used for diagnostic and curative purposes.

Industrial Biotechnology: Industrial Biotechnology is the application of biotechnology for the environmentally-friendly production and processing of chemicals, pharmaceuticals, materials and bio-energy.

Agriculture Biotechnology: This is the most sought after job or career specialization for Biotechnology aspirants. Agricultural Biotechnology involves the application of modern Biotech techniques to improve plant health and productivity.

Marine Biotechnology: This is an emerging discipline of Biotechnology. The study of marine animals, researching and developing the drugs and survival mechanism for human are the core objectives of Marine Biotechnology. It also explores the possibility of using Marine life for transplants. 

 INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: Both the government and the private sector employ biotechnologists. They conduct research and development work, for increasing productivity, improving energy production and conservation, minimizing pollution and industrial waste etc. Biotechnologists also find opportunities at places involving activities like chemical processes, genetic engineering, textile development, cosmetic development etc. 

As the work is largely related to scientific research. It becomes quite important to have a good academic background in science. Hard work and high level of intelligence with a scientific bent of mind, determination, perseverance, imagination, and innovative attitude, ability to work for long hours, originality, and team spirit are some important essentials for becoming a successful biotechnologist. 

Being an interdisciplinary subject with diverse areas of study, biotechnological procedures apply themselves to a wide range of fields allowing students from different backgrounds and interests to specialize in fields of their choice. Some of the fields of specialization are

• Molecular Biology
• Microbiology
• Biochemistry
• Biophysics
• Botany
• Zoology
• Pharmacology
• Physiology
• Horticulture
• TissueCulture
• AgriculturalEngineering
• Animal Sciences
• Dairy Technology,
• Fisheries
• Medicine,Life Sciences,
• Genetics

Employment prospects  

Jobs directly related to your degree 

Clinical molecular geneticist – uses biochemical and molecular biology techniques to identify genetic abnormalities associated with disease. Screening takes place both before and after the appearance of symptoms. 

Clinical research associate -sets up, monitors and completes clinical trials. A clinical trial is a scientific study of the effects, risks, efficacy and benefits of a medicinal product.

Microbiologist -observes and monitors the development and effects of microbes in close detail in order to protect public health. 

Research scientist (life science) -designs, plans and investigates experiments and fieldwork to advance and apply knowledge of biological and natural phenomena. Some scientists carry out research with a definite end-use in mind, such as a new product, process or commercial application; other scientists' research focuses on broadening knowledge and building on previous progress. 

Regulatory affairs officer -ensures the appropriate licensing, marketing and legal compliance of pharmaceutical and medical products by applying knowledge of scientific, legal and business issues to the processes involved in development, manufacture and

distribution. Jobs where your degree may be useful. Patent attorney -works on behalf of a client to persuade patent examiners that inventions really are new and inventive – not simply trivial adjustments to something that already exists, thus protecting the inventor’s legal and commercial rights. 

Technical author-communicates technical information in styles intended to ensure it is understood by the target audience. The author must understand the technology and then design and write documentation. Presentation may be through instruction manuals, leaflets, CD-rom or online help, or other media, such as video, PowerPoint or presentations. 

biostatistician-examines a business activity to help decide whether new IT solutions will improve productivity. 

Quality assurance manager -aims to ensure that the product or service an organisation provides is fit for its purpose and meets customer expectations, and co-ordinates the activities required to meet this aim. 

Technical sales engineer -combines technical knowledge with commercial training to promote and sell equipment to business customers. The emphasis of the work varies,

depending on the level of technical knowledge and understanding needed to competently sell the product or service offered and respond effectively to clients' queries.

Remuneration

There is great career opportunity in Biotechnology as the demand for trained professionals is growing in the global scenario including India. The country has a global market worth $91 billion and there is scope for cheap R&D through bio-partnering and co-developing technologies mainly with Chinese and American companies..

Remuneration very much depends upon academic qualification, institute or university  from which the degree is attained and the level of work experience. In the corporate sector, fresh IIT pass outs may get anything in the range of Rs. 70,000 p.a. to Rs. 100,000 p.a. and fresh B.Sc./B. Tech. graduates from other universities may get anything in the range of Rs. 50,000 p.a. to Rs. 70,000 p.a. Those workimg in the research institutes can expect something around Rs. 60,000 p.a.

Where are the jobs?  

Biotechnology graduates are most commonly employed in The National Health Service (NHS), pharmaceutical companies, Contract research organisations (CROs), universities and Government laboratories (including environmental agencies) in

Research and development, clinical and technical support roles. Pharmaceutical and food and drink companies also employ Graduates in a wide range of specialist positions in quality Assurance, manufacturing, and management.  

Teaching positions

They are available in universities, schools and colleges, and media Groups and professional bodies recruit for positions in scientific Writing and editing. Important companies recruiting biotechnology students are

Biotech Consortium India Limited

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

International Centre for Genetic and Biotechnology

Shantha Biotechnics Pvt. Ltd

All India Biotech Association (AIBA)

Aristo Pharmaceuticals Ltd

ICRISAT

IARI

Aurobindo pharmaceuticals

Biocon  etc 

Over the course of your degree you develop a good mix of subject specific and technical skills as well as transferable core skills. Consider these alongside other achievements, such as paid work, volunteering, family responsibilities, sport, membership of societies, leadership roles, etc. Think about how these can be used as evidence of your skills and personal attributes., identify what you may be lacking and consider how to improve your profile. Employers will highly value the specific subject knowledge and the wide range of technical and interpersonal skills you develop during your biotechnology degree. These include:  

• Research and practical skills;  
• Handling, evaluating and interpreting information and data;  
• The ability to solve problems in an analytical and logical Way;  
• Written and oral communication skills;  
• The ability to work methodically, efficiently and accurately;  
• project management skills;  
• Decision-making skills
• Teamwork skills.