Introduction:

Biotech education is the key to sustainable development and the conservation of planet Earth. Be it creation of artificial life, stem cell research or gene mapping, biotechnology and bioinformatics have revolutionized our lives. Spectacular discoveries and advancements in biotechnology have led to the development of any array of products in the area of healthcare, agriculture and environment.

Objectives :

1. To integrate the knowledge of biology for developing technologies for food, pharma and healthcare industries.
2. To impart knowledge for understanding of legal issues affecting biotechnology industries.
3. To enhance expertise in tools and techniques in various fields of biotechnology.
4. To help students attain technical proficiency and communication skills for graduate /professional advanced education.
The exiting students have become proficient in technical knowledge and communication skills. Several students of the school are well placed for higher education in top ranking Universities of the world and a significant number of students hold commendable positions in the Biotech Industries.
Students have become competent in problem solving ability, scientific reasoning and critical thinking and have carried forward the legacy of the School.

Eligibility Criteria

The Candidate must be either 17 years of age or attain the age at the time of admission. Candidate must have passed HSC (10+2) or equivalent examination from a recognized Board, securing minimum 50% marks in the aggregate of all subjects English as a subject is compulsory.
• Candidates with Mathematics will be considered eligible for B. Tech Biotechnology / Bioinformatics and Data Science / Biomedical Engineering / Food Science and Technology programs.
• Candidates with Biology will be considered eligible for B. Tech Biotechnology / Bioinformatics and Data Science / Food Science and Technology programs.
• The Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and OBC students shall have relaxation of 5% in the aggregate marks required for eligibility.
Score of recognized national / state level entrance examinations are required failing which candidates will have to appear for an entrance test of the School of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, D Y Patil University, Navi Mumbai.

Duration

4 Years