Genetics- Is that what you want to study ?

Simply stated, genetics is the study of genes/heredity that deals the mechanisms of hereditary transmission and the variation of inherited characteristics among similar or related organisms. It is one of the most sought out after subject in the science discipline. Genetics examine a large kind of inherited traits and is the cornerstone of the larger field of biology. Genetics Courses are among the foremost intensive and specialized fields of studies. The recent development in technologies have given the study of genetics a new statement, it is commonly refereed as genetic engineering as well. Genetic engineering studies additionally attempt to realize answer of evolution of each plant and animal life in earth. analysis in genetics involves finding out of RNA (ribonucleic acid) and DNA deoxyribonucleic acid) parts of all living organisms to answer what happens when things go wrong, as in the case of an organism which inherits an extra chromosome.

The significance of the study of genetics is our life. We’ve been improving crops and animals through breeding for quite a long time now, choosing fascinating traits and making an attempt to propagate them. Genetics is concerned in creation of clones as well.

This field of study attracts the brains from across the world who desire to explore the evolution of life in an advanced way.

The skill set and the eligibility

• Specific interest in biology
• Specific skills in logical thinking, innumeracy and computing;
• Awareness of current issues and ethical debates
• Technical expertise and interest.
• Project management, teamwork and organizational skills( gives an advantage )
• Ability to communicate thoughts clearly and comprehensibly in a written and verbal way

Eligibility criteria

• Bachelor of Science after completing 10+2 from recognized board with biology and maths as one of the main subjects
• Post graduate course, one must have completed a bachelor’s degree (general or honors) from a recognized university

***(graduates/postgraduates with molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, chemistry, pharmacy, veterinary sciences, physics, mathematics, and also engineers are eligible for this )

• Ph. D level course are also available
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• The selection criteria could be  on the merit list , written test and interviews (not necessary)

Institutes offering the course

• Kakatiya University, Vidyaranyapuri Warangal 506009(B.Sc.)
• University of Chennai  Centenary, Building chepauk Chennai ,(M.Sc. (Bio-Medical Genetics))
• University of Kerala University , Thiruvananthapuram , Kerala
• Osmania University,  Administrative Building, Hyderabad , Andhra Pradesh
• Dr. YS Parmer University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni (Solan), HP,(M.Sc. (Genetics & Plant Breeding))
• Barkatullah Vishwavidyalaya, Hoshangabad Road, Bhopal , M.P.( (M.Sc)
• Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab((M.Sc)
• Haryana Agricultutal University, Hisar, Haryana((M.Sc)
• University of Delhi, Delhi ((M.Sc)
• University of Poona, Ganeshkhind, (B.Sc.)
• Rajendra Agricultural University, Bihar (M.Sc.)
• Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
• University of Roorkee
• Faculty of Applied Science, Mahatma Gandhi University

Benefit and remuneration 

• Medical and pharmaceutical industries plus the agricultural sector, and the research and development departments both of the government and private sectors keep thri arms open for geneticist and genetic engineer.The research institutes have enormous opportunities not only in India but outside India. Students when specializing in genetic engineering studies would possibly be a part of as lecturers and professors
• Most genetic engineering research scientists spend a large proportion of their time in clean, well-equipped  laboratories the life of a Genetic engineer revolves around development of new  developing hybrid varieties of plants, making a plant disease resistant by transferring genes from a plant that already has the characteristic, introducing Genetically Modified foods by changing the color, size, texture of the produce of plants such as fruits and vegetables and discovering traits in the well being of human society.
• In terms of monitory benefit it’s a highly remunerative career options with monthly remuneration of 12 k to 50 k  per month along with other benefits like paid holidays and vacations, health insurance, and pension plans , lots depends on personal caliber and experience above all is the pride to be a part of developments and discoveries for human welfare.