Course Structure and Credit Distribution
The Biotechnology program at Amity University Patna spans eight semesters, with each semester carrying a total of 18-20 credits. Students are expected to complete core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory components.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | L-T-P-C | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | BIO101 | Introduction to Biology | 3-0-2-4 | - |
| I | CHE101 | Chemistry for Biotechnology | 3-0-2-4 | - |
| I | MAT101 | Mathematics I | 3-0-2-4 | - |
| I | PHY101 | Physics for Biotechnology | 3-0-2-4 | - |
| I | BIO102 | Biology Laboratory | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| I | CHE102 | Chemistry Laboratory | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| II | BIO201 | Molecular Biology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO101 |
| II | CHE201 | Organic Chemistry | 3-0-2-4 | CHE101 |
| II | MAT201 | Mathematics II | 3-0-2-4 | MAT101 |
| II | BIO202 | Cell Biology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO101 |
| II | BIO203 | Biology Lab II | 0-0-6-3 | BIO102 |
| III | BIO301 | Genetics | 3-0-2-4 | BIO201 |
| III | CHE301 | Physical Chemistry | 3-0-2-4 | CHE201 |
| III | MAT301 | Statistics and Probability | 3-0-2-4 | MAT201 |
| III | BIO302 | Protein Chemistry | 3-0-2-4 | BIO201 |
| III | BIO303 | Microbiology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO101 |
| IV | BIO401 | Recombinant DNA Technology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO301 |
| IV | BIO402 | Bioprocess Engineering | 3-0-2-4 | BIO302 |
| IV | BIO403 | Immunology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO301 |
| IV | BIO404 | Biochemistry Lab | 0-0-6-3 | BIO302 |
| V | BIO501 | Bioinformatics | 3-0-2-4 | MAT301 |
| V | BIO502 | Plant Biotechnology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO301 |
| V | BIO503 | Environmental Biotechnology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO303 |
| V | BIO504 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO401 |
| V | BIO505 | Mini Project I | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| VI | BIO601 | Synthetic Biology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO501 |
| VI | BIO602 | Biomedical Engineering | 3-0-2-4 | BIO402 |
| VI | BIO603 | Pharmaceutical Biotechnology | 3-0-2-4 | BIO401 |
| VI | BIO604 | Mini Project II | 0-0-6-3 | - |
| VII | BIO701 | Capstone Project | 0-0-12-6 | BIO604 |
| VIII | BIO801 | Internship | 0-0-12-6 | - |
Advanced Departmental Electives
The department offers a wide array of advanced elective courses designed to deepen student knowledge in specialized areas of biotechnology.
- Bioinformatics: This course explores computational methods for analyzing biological data, including sequence alignment, phylogenetic tree construction, and protein structure prediction. Students learn to use tools like BLAST, ClustalW, and PyMOL.
- Synthetic Biology: Students study the design and construction of new biological parts, devices, and systems. Topics include genetic circuits, metabolic engineering, and bioengineering principles.
- Plant Biotechnology: This course covers genetic modification of plants for improved yield, resistance to pests, and enhanced nutritional value. It includes hands-on lab sessions on gene transformation techniques.
- Environmental Biotechnology: Focuses on using biotechnological solutions to address environmental challenges such as pollution control, waste recycling, and sustainable resource utilization.
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: Explores the development of therapeutic agents using biotechnology approaches, including recombinant proteins, monoclonal antibodies, and gene therapy techniques.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
Amity University Patna's approach to project-based learning is rooted in experiential education, where students are encouraged to engage with real-world problems and apply their theoretical knowledge to practical solutions. The program integrates mini-projects and a final capstone thesis into the curriculum.
The mini-project component begins in the fifth semester and involves working on a research problem under faculty supervision. Students are required to select a topic based on their interest and career aspirations, with guidance from their mentors. Projects are evaluated based on originality, methodology, presentation quality, and scientific rigor.
The final-year capstone project provides students with an opportunity to conduct independent research or develop innovative applications in biotechnology. The thesis is typically completed over two semesters and must demonstrate advanced analytical skills and a deep understanding of the chosen domain. Faculty members from various disciplines serve as mentors, ensuring interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship.