BS Applied Biosciences – NUST
Course Name: BS Applied Biosciences
Course Overview
ASAB is determined to deliver rigorous and inspiring education in the field of Applied Biosciences. The curriculum for BS Applied Biosciences is designed to promote innovative learning styles and a solid foundation in applied biosciences. The courses are dynamic, internationally aligned and evolve with the changing requirement of Industry.
The proposed programme will provide opportunities for students to develop knowledge and understanding of biosciences within the context of applications in biomedical, health and food sciences. It will also build work-related competences, enterprise skills and transferable skills. It will enhance their employability as professional as public health, med science and food industry staff, and open up progression pathways to higher degrees in biosciences. It is planned for graduates intending to develop their careers in the biosciences and biotechnology sectors, especially: Healthcare, Molecular Clinical Diagnostic Technologies, Agricultural Biotechnology, Food Sciences and Associated Fields.
Career Opportunities
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Biotechnology Firms
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Academic and Scientific Institutions
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Pharmacological and pharmaceutical companies
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Research and Diagnostic domains
No. of Semesters: 8
Requirements:
- All admissions are governed by open merit.
- A minimum of 60% aggregate marks each in Matric and HSSC / equivalent exams is required.
- O & A level and other non-FSc stream candidates need to obtain equivalence certificates from Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC), Pakistan.
HSSC (Pre-medical Group) from any Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education OR an equivalent qualification like A level or any other foreign qualification with three (3) subjects out of which Biology and Chemistry are essential subjects.
Course Duration: 4 years
How to apply:
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Visit https://ugadmissions.nust.edu.pk and get registered by providing valid e-mail address.
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Candidate will be allotted a login ID and password to access the online application form.
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Fill the online form, upload recent passport size photograph (with plain background), and submit the form
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Successful submission of form will be confirmed through an e-mail by NUST.
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Re-Login to your account and print Fee Invoice for depositing processing fee from My Account page.
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Candidates can deposit fee with any branch of HBL. Fee deposit will be verified through e-mail within 10 days of payment.
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Candidates of computer based test will have to choose Test Date and Session out of the available options.
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Allocation of Test Date and Session will be made on ‘First Come First Served’ basis.
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Candidates of computer based test will be allocated Roll Number, Test Centre, Test Session, Log-in ID and Password.
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For Paper Based Test at Karachi and Quetta in June/July, candidates will be informed through email regarding printing of Admit Card containing exact time and centre for Entry Test.
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Candidates are required to print their Admit Cards and bring the same to the Test Centre along with original CNIC or a document with Photo ID such as Passport, original Matric / HSSC certificate, etc.
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Candidates can appear more than once to improve their score. Best score will be picked by the system for merit generation.
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Candidates can review their preference of choices after announcement of merit list. No application for change of preferences will be entertained thereafter.
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Candidates will be required to confirm whether they want to stay in the allotted programme or would like to be considered for up-gradation. The seats becoming available as a result of drop-outs will be re-allocated and filled through the up-gradation of candidates who have confirmed their willingness by depositing admission dues in time.
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Candidates failing to deposit admission dues within the given time will not be considered for admission any further.
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Closing merit of session 2014 for different programmes will be available on the website for guidance
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Admit Cards will be retained at the Test Centers for further verification.
Note: Misrepresentation of facts or false information will lead to cancellation of candidature/admission at any stage.
Curriculum
Semester 1
Courses Credit Hours
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Biochemistry 3-1 |
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Biotechnology 3-0 |
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Computer Fundamentals 2-1 |
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Basic Mathematics 3-0 |
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Plant Physiology 2-1 |
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Microbiology and Virology 2-1 |
SEMESTER 2
Courses Credit Hours
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Biostatistics 3-0 |
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Biodiversity 2-1 |
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General Genetics 3-1 |
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Cell biology 2-1 |
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Communication & Interpersonal Skills 3-0 |
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Animal Physiology 2-1 |
SEMESTER 3
Courses Credit Hours
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Molecular Biology 3-0 |
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Enzymology 2-1 |
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Toxicology 3-0 |
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Technical Writing 3-0 |
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Immunology 3-0 |
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Pakistan Studies 2-0 |
SEMESTER 4
Courses Credit Hours
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Cell Signaling 3-0 |
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Human Biology and Pathology 2-1 |
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Bioinformatics 2-1 |
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Professional Ethics 3-0 |
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Biophysics 3-0 |
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Islamic Studies 2-0 |
SEMESTER 5
Courses Credit Hours
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Principles of Crop Production 3-0 |
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Vaccinology 2-1 |
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Food Biotechnology 3-0 |
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Fermentation Biotechnology 2-1 |
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Elective – I 3-0 |
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Elective – II 3-0 |
SEMESTER 6
Courses Credit Hours
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Introduction to Laboratory Medicine 3-0 |
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Modern Research Techniques 2-1 |
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Food Nutrition and Public Health 3-0 |
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Marine Biotechnology 2-1 |
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Elective – III 3-0 |
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Livestock Development 2-1 |
SEMESTER 7
Courses Credit Hours
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Entrepreneurship 2-0 |
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Gene Therapy and Viral Vectors 3-0 |
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Project 0-2 |
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Elective – IV 3-0 |
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Elective – V 3-0 |
SEMESTER 8
Courses Credit Hours
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Principles of Health care Management 3-0 |
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Research Planning and Report Writing 3-0 |
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Project 0-4 |