Program Overview
The Department of Biosciences offers MS level courses to advance study in MS degree in Microbiology and Immunology as the highest level of education available through university degree program. The focus of this degree program is on the application of advanced scientific knowledge and techniques to study major microbial groups, microbial physiology and nutrition, applications of microbial processes for biotechnological applications including food and pharmaceutical industry, disease mechanisms, transmission, and control.
Entry Requirements
- BS degree (16-year education) in the relevant field is required.
- Candidates should not have third divisions in their academic careers.
- A CGPA 2.5/4 in semester system and first division (60% marks) in annual system.
- NTS GAT General with 50% marks or above.
Research Opportunities
Faculty in the department have expertise in public health microbiology, food microbiology, biotechnology, advanced biofuel technology, microbial genomics, molecular bacteriology, virology, immunology, and discipline-based research.
Career Prospects
The MS graduates will be equipped with advanced professional knowledge to pursue career paths in public health sector, industry, or academia
Scholarships Offered
Admitted students are offered a range of different merit as well as need-based scholarship opportunities from higher education commission of Pakistan. In some funded projects of different faculty members, generous scholarships are also offered to the admitted students based on merit and their academic achievements.