Name of Course: M.SC MICRO-BIOLOGY
NATURE OF DEGREE: Masters In Science
Entry Requirement and qualifications:
1. To qualify for admission to this programme, a candidate must:
Be a holder of a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or Pharmacy obtained from University of Lagos or any other recognized institution.
The following options are available for admission:
(a) Micro-biology
(b) Medical Microbiology
(c) Medical Parasitology
Candidates with the following qualifications are eligible for (b) and (c)
Holders of a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Cell Biology and Genetics, Zoology, Applied Entomology/Parasitology, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Biology, Medicine or Veterinary Medicine from this University or any other recognized institution.
MICROBIOLOGY DEGREE PROGRAMME
The programme is designed to expose students to the basic fields of specialisation in Microbiology and their relationships with other biological disciplines. Students are exposed to both pure and applied courses in Microbiology with the main aim of satisfying the man-power needs of research institutes, secondary schools, institutions of higher learning, industries, and hospitals.
The programme prepares the students for self-employment and the make meaningful contributions in all forms of professional activities in which they may become engaged. It also offers sufficient knowledge of theoretical principles to enable promising graduates undertake postgraduate work in Microbiology and related disciplines.
CLASS CATEGORY & TIME:
Full Time: Daily 8am - 2pm (Mon-Friday)
Lectures are scattered all through the week. some are held mornings and others late in the afternoons.
Duration of Course:
Full Time: 4 semesters
General Course Content:
Students are required to demonstrate proficiency in
molecular biology,
Ethical research
Microorganism biology
Bioinformatics
Marine microbiology
Microbial physiology
Immunology
Pathogen microbiology
Genetics of bacteria
Virology of animals
Oceanography microbiology
EXAMS & NATURE OF ASSESSMENT:
WRITTEN EXAMS
PROJECTS
TERM PAPERS
TESTS
ASSIGNMENT
ATTENDANCE
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Lecture Format:
class format
assignments
group work
Case study
Research work
SPECIALIZATION:
(a) Medical Microbiology
(b) Medical Parasitology
(c) Microbiologist
Fees:
Full Time: N90,000 PER SESSION
Employment Opportunities:
Pharmaceutical Companies
Medicine manufacturing,
Scientific Research and Development
Federal Government
NAFDAC
FOOD and Confectionery companies
Manufacturing
CHEMICAL Industries
Oil and Gas
Etc
A MICROBIOLOGIST CAN WORK AS:
Bacteriologist:
Seek to answer basic questions about bacterial growth, metabolism, diversity and evolution.
Biochemist:
Discover and teach us how organisms obtain energy, consume nutrients and reproduce.
Biotechnologist:
Manipulate genes in order to modify microorganisms. Their work produced novel organisms that make new products for human use. (i.e. insulin, medicine, grocery store items).
Cell Biologists:
Explore the actions of molecules on and in the cell. Their investigations determine how microorganisms and cell function.
Clinical Microbiologist:
Determine the cause of infections in humans and animals and what anti-microbial may be effective for treatment. They play a central role in the detection of new infectious agents.
Environmental Scientists:
Investigate the effects of biological, chemical, and geophysical activity on the environment. Their studies provide information necessary for helping humanity cope with the consequences of life.
Geneticists:
Geneticists study the process by which organisms inherit and transmit genetic information.
Immunologists:
Investigate the body's defense against disease. To answer basic questions about bacterial growth, metabolism, diversity and evolution.
Mycologist:
Explore the various uses of molds and yeasts for the production of antibiotics as well as food.
Parasitologists:
Investigate the complex life cycles of and adaptations made by organisms which depend on other organisms for survival.
Science Writer:
Write articles for the general public as well as for microbiology professionals. They must have a thorough understanding of language, grammar and science.
Teachers:
Educate students about the usefulness and uniqueness of microorganisms.
Virologists:
Study viruses and bacteria phases. Virologists are interested in how viruses change and are always on the alert for new types.
Continuing Education:
With a min of 3.5 CGPA, a master graduate can go for a Ph.D. program.
How to Apply:
Through the school of postgraduate website opened for application once every year May-July
FINAL AWARD:
M.SC MICROBIOLOGY
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