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The School of Post Graduate Program Ph.D. Program
Basic and Applied • Master of Science -Biochemistry • Biochemistry, Biotechnology,
Chemistry, Genetics, and
Sciences (SBAS) • Master of Science - Biotechnology Microbiology
• Master of Science – Microbiology The department o ers a Ph.D. program
BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD The school is known to o er a well- focusing on specialized areas like

SBAS at Dayananda Sagar University structured MSc program (Biochemistry, extremophiles, industrially important
(DSU) is dedicated to excellence in Biotechnology, and Microbiology) enzymes, waste management,
innovation, teaching, and research, with a deeper theoretical base as computer-aided drug discovery,
connecting academia with industry. well as practical insights along with phytochemistry, wound healing,
research projects involving in vitro and nanotechnology, polymer chemistry,
SBAS prides on state-of-the-art in vivo experiments. The department therapeutics/prophylactics/diagnostics
infrastructure, well-equipped regularly conducts skill enhancement for bacterial infections, etc.
laboratories, and dedicated faculty with workshops, industrial visits, and seminars
Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience. to empower students and keep them A great testament to the school’s
The school actively engages in updated on recent scienti c advances. research prowess is its research scholars.
transformative research, addressing Our PG students have received INSA The school has already witnessed 12
global issues like cancer biology, summer research fellowships, and have PhD being awarded and 10 research
antimicrobial resistance, environmental won awards for best presentations in scholars who are currently pursuing
microbiology etc. several conferences besides achieving full-time PhD including scholars with
DST-INSPIRE and CSIR JRF fellowships.
SBAS has attained Rs 2.05 crores- DST-INSPIRE fellowship for higher
state and national-level sponsored studies.
research projects, published more
than 200 faculty-led research articles
in international journals, six patents,
and established collaborations with
national and international organizations.
Apart from academic achievements,
the school nurtures students through
technical clubs, cultural events, and
industry partnerships. SBAS emphasizes
practical education, soft skill training,
and internships, ensuring students are
well-prepared for diverse career paths in
academia, research, or industry.
Undergraduate program: BSc (Hons)
• Biochemistry, Biotechnology,
Chemistry, Genetics & Microbiology
With a strong focus on the National
Educational Policy (NEP) and holistic
student development, SBAS o ers
NEP-B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science) honours
program, emphasizing interdisciplinary
knowledge. The curriculum covers
di erent disciplines of life sciences
(Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry,
Genetics, Microbiology) allowing
students to choose majors and minors.

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