So, you have finally made up your mind to seal the deal with Biotechnology. Beating the cutthroat competition and dicey thoughts, you are all set to be the part of the B.Tech Biotechnology team.

Pat your back; it is indeed a wise move. The future in this field is promising, and the emergence of various Biotech start ups is a proof of it.

Students from all over are rushing to take admission in this modern branch of science which is a combination of Biology and Technology. This vast field is full of exciting and informative subjects that will fill you up with abundant knowledge. Knowledge will help you in coming years to sharpen your key skills.

From the subjects you will study while pursuing biotechnology, some will become your favorite. Aren’t you curious to know what these subjects will be? Well, read on to get the overview of what your coming years will be spent learning.

  • Biochemistry: Understand the Chemical Processes

Do you know humans share 50% of DNA with a banana? And the fact that, a bucket of normal water holds more atoms than buckets full of water in the Atlantic Ocean? No? Featured Source.

Relax. Biochemistry will be your rescue. It brings Biology and Chemistry together as this subject revolves around chemical processes within and related to living organisms. Besides, it also includes a range of scientific disciplines such as genetics, forensics, plant science, and medicine.

If you choose to be a Biochemist as your profession, you will be required to offer new ideas and experiments to validate how life works, contribute pioneering information to the technology revolution and other such interesting tasks. Exciting know?

  • Microbiology: Discover the Hidden World of Organisms

Did you know that all bacteria are not necessarily harmful? Some of them are important for keeping us fit. Yes, in spite of their bad reputation, bacteria are mostly beneficial and have a neutral effect on our lives.

Microbiology unravels such amazing facts. As an aspirant of Biotechnology, you will learn and study about these microorganisms and the effect they have on other organisms. The study of this subject will change how you look at the world.

Some of the best books to read on Microbiology include Clinical Microbiology Made Ridiculously Simple, Splendid Solution, Clinical Ethics, and others.

  • Immunology: Talk to the Immune System

“Disease symptoms are sometimes the result of your immune system doing its job.”  

Bouncer right?

Immunology is all about surprises. When you gain knowledge of this subject, you will be constantly amazed and fascinated by the interesting facts it reveals about the immune system. Also, you will understand the physical, chemical and physiological distinctiveness of the components of the immune system in vitro, in situ, and in vivo.

  • Instrumentation and Bio-analytical Techniques: Let’s Go Technical

This subject will interest you in all quantitative measures. It forms an important part of applied biology and biomedical sciences.

You will learn about the concept and working principles of various bio-analytical techniques used in environmental studies, biomedical sciences, life sciences, pharmaceutical analysis, molecular biology, and biotechnological research, as well as the various instruments used in these processes.

Also, it covers the study of the quantitative measurement of xenobiotics (drugs and their metabolites) and biotics (proteins, DNA, macromolecules, large molecule drugs, metabolites) in biological systems.

Is it too much to take for the beginning? Don’t worry. Breathe. The aforementioned subjects are the major attractions of Biotechnology courses. Apart from these, you will have lots of time to experiment your knowledge and learning.

Biotechnology will make you fall head over heels in love if you are open to learn and imbibe it. The field is a like a goldmine; just work hard, and you will collect riches from the first day of college itself.