Program Overview
The BS Biotechnology program provides students with a strong foundation in modern biotechnological applications, focusing on the use of biological systems for food, medicine, and industrial development. It prepares graduates to address global and local challenges by applying innovative biotechnological techniques for sustainable solutions.
About Program
Students in this program study core areas such as genetic engineering, molecular biology, microbial biotechnology, plant and animal biotechnology, and bioinformatics. With guidance from experienced faculty, they gain practical training in laboratory methods, research design, and scientific communication, enabling them to contribute to scientific and industrial advancements.
The BS Biotechnology program at Riphah International University, Faisalabad, equips graduates to pursue careers in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food industries, and research organizations. It emphasizes critical thinking, ethical responsibility, and innovation, ensuring students are prepared to serve society and address the pressing issues of biotechnology in developing countries.
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Programme Structure & Course Plan:
Year 1 (Sem I-II)
| SEMESTER - 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| BCHL 101 | Biochemistry-I | 3(2+1) |
| POBL 601 | Principles of Biology | 3(2+1) |
| ITCL 101 | Introduction to Computer | 3(2+1) |
| UR 330 | Introduction to Basic Teachings of Quran | 3(3+0) |
| ENG 101 | English-I | 3(3+0) |
| EBE 101 | Ecology, Biodiversity and Evolution-I | 3(3+0) |
| SEMESTER - 2 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| BCHL 112 | Biochemistry-II | 3(2+1) |
| UR 220 | Pakistan Studies | 2(2+0) |
| FOS 101 | Fundamentals of Sociology | 3(3+0) |
| UR 324 | Introduction to Hadith & Seerah | 3(3+0) |
| EWR 612 | Expository Writing | 3(3+0) |
| EBEL 112 | Ecology, Biodiversity and Evolution-II | 3(2+1) |
Year 2 (Sem III-IV)
| SEMESTER - 3 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| UR 110 | Islamic Studies | 3(3+0) |
| ICP 601 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2(2+0) |
| BSTL 101 | Biostatistics | 3(2+1) |
| OCHL 201 | Organic Chemistry | 3(2+1) |
| IBT 201 | Introduction to Biotechnology | 3(3+0) |
| CBIL 201 | Cell Biology | 3(2+1) |
| SEMESTER - 4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit | |
| BMT 301 | Biomathematics | 3(3+0) | |
| ICHL 201 | Inorganic Chemistry | 3(2+1) | |
| BPH 201 | Biological Physics | 3(3+0) | |
| HPH 201 | Human Physiology | 3(3+0) | |
| CGE 301 | Classical Genetics | 3(3+0) | |
| MBI 201 | Molecular Biology | 3(3+0) | |
Year 3 (Sem V-VI )
| SEMESTER - 5 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| MMBL 401 | Methods in Molecular Biology | 3(2+1) |
| MCBL 201 | Microbiology | 3(2+1) |
| GPM 301 | Genomics and Proteomics | 3(3+0) |
| FS 404 | Forensic Serology and DNA Analysis | 3(2+1) |
| IMML 301 | Immunology | 3(2+1) |
| PCHL 301 | Physical Chemistry | 3(2+1) |
| SEMESTER - 6 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| EBTL 301 | Environmental Biotechnology | 3(2+1) |
| ABTL 301 | Agriculture Biotechnology | 3(2+1) |
| ACIL 301 | Analytical Chemistry and Instrumentation | 3(2+1) |
| BINL 301 | Bioinformatics | 3(2+1) |
| IBTL 301 | Industrial Biotechnology | 3(2+1) |
| RDT 301 | Recombinant DNA Technology | 3(2+1) |
Year 4 (Sem VII-VIII)
| SEMESTER - 7 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| CTCL 401 | Cell and Tissue Culture | 3(2+1) |
| NBT 401 | Nano Biotechnology | 3(3+0) |
| UR 450 | Professional Ethics | 2(2+0) |
| VIR 401 | Virology | 3(3+0) |
| REM 401 | Research Methodology | 3(3+0) |
| FBTL 401 | Food Biotechnology | 3(2+1) |
| SEMESTER - 8 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Code | Course Title | Credit |
| HBT 401 | Health Biotechnology | 3(3+0) |
| FBT 401 | Fermentation Biotechnology | 2(2+0) |
| UR 460 | Family Life in 21st Century: Challenges and Prospects | 2(2+0) |
| RESP 401 | Research Project | 6(0+6) |
Eligibility Criteria
For Pakistani Nationals
- F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) from Pakistan or an equivalent HSSC certificate from IBCC Islamabad with a minimum of 50% marks.
Related Programs
RIU – Faisalabad Campus
Contact:
- +92 41 111 111 002
- +92 337 7526363
- contact@riphahfsd.edu.pk