The Aim of the Program

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology program aims to equip students with a solid foundation in molecular biology, genetics, and biotechnology. The program focuses on developing technical skills in cutting-edge genetic engineering techniques and biotechnology applications across medicine, agriculture, and industry. Students will engage in hands-on research, explore ethical and societal impacts, and prepare for diverse careers or advanced studies in the field. Graduates will be ready to innovate and address global challenges using the latest biotechnological advancements.

 

Specific Aims:

• Foundational Knowledge: Build a solid base in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and cell biology, crucial for mastering genetic engineering and biotechnology.
• Technical Proficiency: Train students in advanced techniques like CRISPR-Cas9, gene cloning, PCR, recombinant DNA technology, gene therapy, and bioinformatics.
• Research and Innovation: Develop research skills through lab work, projects, and internships, fostering innovation in genetic engineering and biotechnology.
• Application of Biotechnology: Explore biotechnology's applications in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental management.
• Ethical and Social Awareness: Promote understanding of the ethical, legal, and social aspects of biotechnology, preparing graduates to address related challenges.
• Interdisciplinary Approach: Encourage integrating knowledge from bioinformatics, computational biology, and systems biology for a well-rounded perspective.
• Career Readiness: Prepare students for diverse career paths in academia, research, industry, healthcare, and advanced studies.
• Lifelong Learning: Instill a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, keeping graduates at the forefront of the field.

 

Overall, the B.Sc. in Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology aims to produce skilled professionals who can harness the power of genetic engineering and biotechnology to drive scientific progress, improve human health, enhance agricultural productivity, and address global challenges.

 

Duration of the program

The total duration of the program is 4 years, following a semester system. There will be 2 semesters per year, each lasting 6 months, making a total of 8 semesters for the entire program.

 

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (GEB) program in the Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology is centrally managed by the "Admission Committee" of Daffodil International University. Applications are invited twice a year from qualified candidates who have passed the HSC or equivalent examinations with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 5.00, from a science background. Applicants must have studied Biology in both their H.S.C and S.S.C examinations, with at least a B grade and a minimum total of 6 grade points. In addition to these requirements, we continually refine the entrance examination process to ensure that meritorious students have the opportunity to thrive in the Department of GEB.

 

Admission Process

Students will be selected based on their past academic records and performance in the admission test. They must submit certificates or testimonials and mark sheets or transcripts for all examinations passed at the time of admission. Candidates who have completed the above formalities must pay the requisite admission and other fees for enrollment.

Total minimum credit requirement to complete the program:  The Total Number of Courses for awarding a B. Sc. degree in Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology is 67 and the total credits are 145.

 

Total Classes and weeks in a Year: 36 Weeks in a Year / 18 Weeks in a Semester (Excluding other activities and assessments).

Minimum CGPA requirements for graduation: CGPA 2.50

Maximum Academic Year of Completion: Within three academic years.

 

Category of Courses:   Year/ Level/ Semester/ Term wise courses:

                Spring Semester: (January - April),  Summer Semester: (May - August)  and Fall Semester: (September - December)

 

Semester-Wise Number of Course Allocation

First Year, Semester I

CourseNo.	Course Title	Credits
0512-1101	Introduction to Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology	2
0512-1103	Introduction to Animal Sciences	3
0512-1104	Introduction to Animal Sciences Practical	1
0512-1105	Basic Plant Science	3
0512-1106	Basic Plant Science Practical	1
0231-1107	English 1	2
Total Credits		12

 

First Year, Semester II

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512-1201	Principles of Genetics	2
0512-1203	Basic Microbiology	3
0512-1204	Basic Microbiology Practical	1
0512- 1205	Animal Reproduction and Embryology	2
0512-1207	Microbial Genetics	2
0611-1109	Computer Fundamentals & Computational Biology	2
Total Credits		12

 

First Year, Semester III

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512-1301	Basic Biochemistry	3
0512-1302	Basic Biochemistry Practical	1
0512-1305	Animal and Human Physiology	3
0512-1306	Animal and Human Physiology Practical	1
0512- 1307	Enzymology	2
AOL0223-1309	Art of Living	3
Total Credits		13

 

Second Year, Semester I

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 211	Molecular Biology	2
0512-213	Cytology	3
0512-214	Cytology Practical	1
0512- 215	Animal Breeding	3
0512- 216	Animal Breeding Practical	1
0512- 217	Metabolism	2
Total Credits		12

 

 

Second Year Semester II

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 221	Biofertilizer and Renewable Energy	3
0512- 222	Biofertilizer and Renewable Energy Practical	1
0512- 223	Plant Physiology	3
0512- 224	Plant Physiology Practical	1
0512- 225	Animal Cell Technology	2
0512- 227	Immunology	2
Total Credits		12

 

Second Year Semester III

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 231	Plant Breeding	3
0512- 232	Plant Breeding Practical	1
0512- 233	Aquaculture and Fish Genetics	3
0512- 234	Aquaculture and Fish Genetics Practical	1
0512- 235	Bioprocess Engineering	2
0311-111	Economics and Finance in Biotechnology	2
Total Credits		12

 

Third Year Semester I

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 311	Plant Tissue Culture	3
0512- 312	Plant Tissue Culture Practical	1
0512- 313	Fermentation Technology	3
0512- 314	Fermentation Technology Practical	1
0512- 315	Bioenergetics	2
0512- 317	Recombinant DNA Technology	2
Total Credits		12

 

 

Third Year Semester II

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 321	Microbial Biotechnology	2
0512- 323	Techniques in Molecular Biology	3
0512- 324	Techniques in Molecular Biology Practical	1
0512- 325	Food Biotechnology	3
0512- 326	Food Biotechnology Practical	1
0512- 327	Oncology and Virology	3
0512- 328	Oncology and Virology Practical	1
Total Credits		14

 

Third Year Semester III

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512-331	Plant Biotechnology	3
0512-332	Plant Biotechnology Lab	1
0512-333	Proteomics, Genomics and Bioinformatics	3
0512-334	Proteomics, Genomics, and Bioinformatics Practical	1
0512-335	Stem Cell Technology	2
0512-337	Bioreactor and Downstream Processing	2
0542-339	Biostatistics	2
Total Credits		14

 

Fourth Year Semester I

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 411	Animal Biotechnology	3
0512- 412	Animal Biotechnology Practical	1
0512- 413	Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology	3
0512- 414	Medical and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Practical	1
0512- 415	Environmental Biotechnology	3
0512- 416	Environmental Biotechnology Practical	1
0414-417	Biotechnological Marketing	2
Total Credits		14

 

Fourth Year Semester II

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 421	Forensic and Molecular Diagnostics	3
0512- 422	Forensic and Molecular Diagnostics Lab	1
0512- 423	Protein and Enzyme Technology	3
0512- 425	Agricultural Biotechnology	2
0512- 427	Cell Signaling	2
0031-429	Employability 360°	3
Total Credits		14

 

Fourth Year Semester III

Course No.	Course Title	Credits
0512- 440	Thesis/Project + Seminar	4
Total Credits		4

 

Course distribution according to year

Year	Semester	Credit Hours	Total
1st	1st	12	37
	2nd	12
	3rd	13
2nd	1st	12	36
	2nd	12
	3rd	12
3rd	1st	12	40
	2nd	14
	3rd	14
4th	1st	14	32
	2nd	14
	3rd	4
Total			145