Postgraduate Programmes in

APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY

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A) M. Sc in Applied Microbiology

B) Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Microbiology
 

 

1.         INTRODUCTION

Applied Microbiology is the study of microorganisms and their applications.  The Masters Degree in Applied Microbiology is a 24-month full-time course designed to provide graduates with the appropriate theoretical and practical skills in different fields in microbiology.  In-depth studies include Food & Dairy microbiology, Recombinant DNA Technology, Environmental Microbiology, Microbial Biotechnology, Agricultural Microbiology, Microbial physiology and Fermentation technology.  This course is also designed to meet growing demand for personnel with expertise in Applied Microbiology and Microbial Biotechnology. 

2.         Objectives:

Objectives of the postgraduate programmes in Applied Microbiology are as follow:

*          To promote teaching & research activities in applied microbiology. 

*          To provide basic understanding of the principles of modern applied microbiology. 

*          To initiate manpower training and establishment of training facilities in microbiology and related disciplines. 

3.         Benefits to be gained from the M. Sc in Applied Microbiology
On completion of M. Sc. in Applied Microbiology programme a student will

  • gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of a variety of key areas in General and Applied Microbiology,
  • acquire new and /or improved practical skills in microbiology,
  • have the ability to use various microbiological skills in their future learning and employment,
  • be able to widen the knowledge of a selected field in Applied Microbiology. 
  • be able to plan, carryout and report on an independent scientific research. 

4.         Admission criteria: 

4.1       Eligibility
           
Applicants should be graduates of a recognized Sri Lankan or foreign university with one of the following qualifications.

1. B. Sc. Special degree in Microbiology.

2. B. Sc Special degree in Biological Sciences.

3. B. Sc. General Degree in Biological Sciences.

4. Degree in Agricultural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Medical, Dental or Veterinary Sciences.

5. Any other qualification acceptable to the Faculty of Graduate studies and approved by the Senate of the University of Kelaniya. 

4.2.      Application Procedure:

Each applicant should submit a duly completed application form together with the following documents to the Assistant Registrar, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Kelaniya, Kelaniya. 

a.         Copies of academic records

b.         Recommendation letters from two referees, one of which from the applicant’s academic supervisor.

c.         List of scientific publications (if any).

4.3       Fees:

Selected candidates will have to pay the following fees before the commencement of the course.

Year 1

For First year

Local candidates

Foreign candidates

SAARC countries

Other Countries

Registration fee

Rs.     1,000.00

US $    15.00

US $    15.00

Tuition fee

Rs. 175,000.00

US $ 2625.00

US $ 4000.00

Science fee      

Rs.     2,000.00

US $    30.00

US $    30.00

Library fee       

Rs      1,500.00

US $    20.00

US $    20.00

Examination fee

Rs.     2,000.00

US $    30.00

US $    30.00

Tuition fee shall be paid in two installments (Rs. 100,000/- at the registration and next Rs 75000/- at the beginning of the second semester).
Registration fee, Library fee and Science fee should be paid according to the procedure stipulated by the Faculty of Graduate studies, University of Kelaniya.

Year 2

 

Local candidates

Foreign candidates

Registration fee

Rs.   1,000.00 

US $ 15.00

Tuition fee

Rs. 75,000.00 

US $ 1000.00

Examination fee

Rs.    2,000.00

US $  30.00

 

Course units and Pathways:                         

YEAR I - SEMESTER I                                 

Course Unit

Code

PGDAM

MSCAM

General Microbiology and Microbial Diversity

MIBI 51013

C

C

Microbial Metabolism

MIBI 51022

C

C
  • Microbial genetics and Applications of Gene Technology

MIBI 51033

C

C
  • Soil and Plant  Microbiology

MIBI 51042

C

C
  • Environmental Biotechnology

MIBI 51052

C

C

Food Hygiene and Food Microbiology

MIBI 51062

C

C

YEAR I - SEMESTER II                                 

Course Unit

Code

PGDAM

MSCAM
  • Industrial Biotechnology

MIBI 52072

C

C
  • Food Technology

MIBI 52082

C

C

Medical & Pharmaceutical Microbiology

MIBI 52092

C

C

Immunology

MIBI 52102

C

C

YEAR I – SEMESTER I &  II                                 

Course Unit

Code

PGDAM

MSCAM

Microbiology Laboratory

MIBI 53112

C

C

Project / case study

MIBI 53122

C

C
  • Bioinformatics and Biostatistics

MIBI 53132

E

E

Food Quality and Food Service Management

MIBI 53142

E

E

Microbiology Laboratory management and Recent advances  in Applied Microbiology

MIBI 53152

E

E

YEAR I I– SEMESTER I &  II                                 

Course Unit

Code

PGDAM

MSCAM

M.Sc. Research Project
(Throughout the year)

MIBI 6301X

 

C

 

C = compulsory                                    E = elective
(X = 30 credits)
M. Sc in Applied Microbiology (MSCAM)
Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Microbiology (PGDAM)