Anand Engineering College Biotechnology Course

Biotechnology is based on the technology i.e. biology, especially when applied to food, agriculture and medicine. This technology is described by many as the generic technology of the 21st century. With advancements and developments in every field, Biotechnology and its study now play a vital role in the functioning and developing of an economy. This area of study is one of the greatest achievements of the 21st century which has not only brought about a change for the better to our environment, but above all, has improved the quality of life.

These Biotechnology courses have gained immense popularity and importance, realizing the vast expanse and scope of the disciplines and its enormous economic potential. The impact of this course is increasingly being felt in various sectors for e.g. agricultural, scientific, health care and industrial applications. It also has other uses such as recycling, treating wastes, cleaning up areas contaminated by industrial activities as well as in the manufacture biological weapons. Biotechnology has spawned many new industries while at the same time increased the profits of the existing ones.

Education in Biotechnology is prevalent worldwide and foreign universities are now offering fat, alluring stipends for research programs in Biotechnology. India is also paving the way for business opportunities in biotechnology. Biotechnology includes disciplines for instance genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, embryology and cell biology. These disciplines have direct links with practical sciences like chemical engineering, information technology and robotics. The scope and prospects of Biotechnology attracts many young talents to select this career-oriented discipline after completing their 12th standard examinations. Although biotechnology has been around for a long time, the craze for this specialized field of study is growing day by day owing to the limitless far-reaching changes which can be brought about in the medicine and agriculture field.

India is also not falling behind. Currently in India, there are plenty of opportunities for pursing a degree in Biotechnology. With the growing number of colleges offering Biotech Courses in India, there is always a tough competition for the best institutions.

By recognizing the fact that Biotechnology is the fast emerging as one of the major science endeavors that can virtually shape every industry and even redefine our lives, the SGI (Sharda Group of Institutions) institute has given an opportunity to students to pursue a career in this discipline at their premier institutions. The SGI Institute is the pioneer group in Northern India with the NBA Accreditation. The Colleges under the SGI are not only renowned for the excellent academic ambience they provide, but for imparting value based technical and professional skills to students leading to an overall development of their self.

The Anand Engineering College (AEC), the Hindustan Institute of Technology, HAERT Academy and the Hindustan College of Science and Technology (HCST) colleges come under the SGI Group. These colleges are approved by AICTE and affiliated to U.P. Technical University, Lucknow that offer Biotechnology courses at the post graduate level leading to a Masters degree in Science. These colleges introduce new concepts into their curriculum to meet the demands for the further advancement of biotechnology.

Biotechnology is mainly research oriented practical study which is fostered by the SGI (Sharda Group of Institutions) colleges with its good infrastructure and outstanding research facilities. Its library is well-equipped with enormous scope of study and research on the subject.