B.Sc. (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics) at Garden City University

If you are looking at B.Sc. (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics), Garden City University in Bangalore runs it as a 3-year, full-time undergraduate course. The total fee on record is ₹4.05 lakh – ₹6.12 lakh.

At its core, the programme covers cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics.

Garden City University is a other institute, founded in 2013. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Garden City University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Sc programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics. Typical first jobs: roles in biotech, pharma, food and research labs. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Garden City University for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at Garden City University as a group.

5000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Garden City University before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.Sc. (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics), you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Garden City University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Garden City University on its website (www.gardencity.university/index.php) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

For B.Sc. (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics) specifically, the average salary on record is ₹4.5 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Garden City University runs 10 B.Sc specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.Sc. in Fashion and Apparel Design
• B.Sc. (Forensic Sciences, Chemistry, Genetics)
• B.Sc. in Data Science and Cyber Security
• B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology
• B. Sc. in Food Science and Technology, Biochemistry, Microbiology
• B.Sc. in Visual Communication
• Discontinued (Jul 2023)-B.Sc. in Visual Communication (Advertising, PR & Communiucation, Digital Film Making)
• Discontinued (Feb 2024)- B.Sc. in Nanotechnology, Chemistry, Computational Biology
• Discontinued (Jul 2023)-B.Sc. in Cyber Forensics

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in cell and molecular biology? You will spend 3 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹4.05 lakh – ₹6.12 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does Garden City University compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Bangalore?