Rank 7 - The Oxford College of Science

The Oxford Educational Institutions was founded in 1974 by S Narasu Raju. The institutions cater to the needs of postgraduate students. The department of biotechnology at the Oxford College of Science offers MSc in biotechnology, which is affiliated to Bangalore University. It also offers MPhil in biotechnology, which is recognized by the Periyar University. The institute offers placement opportunities in renowned biotech companies. The total yearly intake for MSc course is 40 and six each for MPhil courses.
As part of the postgraduate course in biotechnology, students will be trained to perform all requisite chemical, biochemical and microbiological analysis of raw material and finished product. The courses also impart technical knowledge in the area of biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics, genetic engineering, enzyme technology, molecular biology, plant and animal biotechnology.