What do you need to get into a (good) grad school? (Biology, biochem, biotech)?
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Usually it depends on the subject you are going to follow\n\nI will give you an example for sciences:\n\nyou will need Math 12, Physics 12, Chemistry 12, Language 12,\nEnglish 12, and another official course of choice. the GPA is based only on these courses.\n\nthe GPA cut-offs is usually about 80% to 90%.
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Depends on what you want to do after grad school. Research some job postings and the kind of jobs described. You will also find the kind of degrees that they ask for (i.e. under "Requirements" or "Qualifications" of a job description).\n\nGood luck!
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apply to a college, major in education with a concentration/minor in biology, apply at a school after graduating, get job, have a nice life!
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Your scores are good. Your TOEFL score allows you to compensate for your relatively low GRE verbal score. The following universities have great Biology doctoral programs you may be interested in: Ohio State University, University of Georgia and the University of Maryland.
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BSc. BioTech. is good if you pass it with good marks. But in any case you have to do PG.\nThe PG fields may be in BioTech/FoodTech/Bioinformatics.
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1) Do you have the qualifications for admission? (High grades, great standardized test scores, the potential for outstanding letters of recommendation from undergraduate professors.)\n\n2) Do you have the passion? (Graduate study requires passionate interest and investment in a particular discipline.  If you think you can sustain this interest and dedication despite all the fiery hoops one needs to jump through [teaching assistantships, language exams, constant research and writing, qualifying exams, etc.], then perhaps you DO have the necessary passion.)\n\n3) Do you have the tools?  (Are you a solid researcher, strong writer, critical reader, independent thinker, and do you have the potential to produce original scholarship?)\n\n4) Do you have the means?  (Can you present yourself as a sufficiently strong candidate to be awarded support [tuition remission, stipend] by the departments to which you are applying?  If not, do you have either the ready financial means or the willingness to get into major debt pursuing your passion?)\n\nIf you answer these questions in the affirmative, maybe graduate school is for you!
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Okay... if you want to proceed into research after BSc (Biotech), the  best thing I think you should do is to go into a doctorate program. Perhaps you should find a thesis based on stem cells?
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If you are in grad school perhaps you ought to be hitting the library instead of Yahoo message boards. Bio chem is a pain but not something to compromise grad school for.
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You only have to take five required classes to get into medical school:\nYear of:\nchemistry (physical)\norganic chemistry\nbiology \nphysics\ncalculus \n\nOther science classes are recommended, especially biochemistry.\n\nYou can major in whatever subject.\n\nGoing to a particular school gives no priority in getting an admission to their medical school.  Getting into medical school is often based on these three areas:  GPA, MCAT scores and life experience/experience with medicine.
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This test is meant for those seeking admission in a graduate program.\n\nThe GRE Subject Tests or Advanced Tests gauge undergraduate achievement in specific fields of study.\n\nPresently advanced tests are given in eight subjects:\n\nBiochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology\nBiology\nChemistry\nComputer Science\nLiterature in English\nMathematics\nPhysics\nPsychology\nTo learn more about the GRE Subject Tests, read the following publications of ETS\n\nSubject Test Fact Sheets:\n\n Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology\n Biology\n Chemistry\n Computer Science\n Literature in English\n Mathematics\n Physics\n Psychology\n\nSubject Test Practice Books :\n\n Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology\n Biology\n Chemistry\n Computer Science\n Literature in English\n Mathematics\n Physics\n Psychology\n \nAll the above publications are available at WWW.GRE.ORG\n\nWHO SHOULD TAKE GRE SUBJECT TEST?\nMost of the schools do not require subject test for admission. To cite an example in the case of computer science programs I have calculated only 40 odd schools require the subject test.\nHowever it is suggested that you take the subject test if:\n1. You are targeting a high ranking program.\n2.If you want to get some sort of assistantship like TA/RA.\n4. If your GPA is low. For the cause of a low GPA shall be covered by a high score in the subject test.\n5. If your general GRE score is low.\n6. If you are applying to a PhD program.\nNote if the advance test in your subject is not available it is suggested that you take the test in a allied field.\n\nRegarding the choice of a country for studying. I will suggest USA for it's greater choice of progrms and depth of study. Moreover it offers greater opportunities for creating a career.  \nGood Luck\nNBS
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Hi, \nThere is little doubt that in very near future biotech is going to be the field you want to be in. But you must realize that biotech is a research oriented area. There is a very high chance that you would end up in the academia or in the research division of some company. To be taken seriously as a researcher you must have at least a master's degree under your belt. If you have a Ph. D., it can't get any better. Even Indian biotech companies are reluctant to hire you unless you are an M.Tech or an M.Sc.\n\nMy point is that although biotech is a VERY promising area, you need specialization. So although B.Tech. by itself is not  sufficient, it definitely is a stepping stone for you. And looking at it from this perspective, it most certainly IS a valuable course.
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I dont think you would need the biology as a prerequisite for your admission.Most of the colleges dont require that and its prefectly ok to apply there. I am in Chemical engg and I guess if you have some chemical engg background it will help you.\nAlso almost all universities are have some research work going on in Biotech area. So you can apply almost anywhere.\nBut your admission will depend on your credentila sna dnot on the biology as a requirement. Hope this helps.
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Biology.  Or Chemistry.
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hey go in for any degree for biotech..like graduation in zoology botany or life sciences...its makes a very wide scope n opportunities as far as biotech is concerned\ngo for a more reputed university than a privateinstitute..pls mention ur country of study for a more specific answer\nall the universities worldover recognise science grads esp. biology for biotech pg
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Almost all top tier universities do NOT offer a major called "pre-med." This is because you can do ANY major and be eligible for medical school as long as you complete the medical prequisite coursework.\n\nPreqs include:\nBaccalaureate coursework must include:\n1 year general chem (with lab)\n1 year organic chem (with lab)\n1 year general biology (with lab)\n1 year intro. physics (with lab)\n1 year English\n1 year calculus\nSuggested coursework includes: psychology, statistics, biochemistry, humanities\n\nThe trick is to NOT major in biology. Biology major pre-meds are a dime a dozen, and they will be your stiffest competition for A's. You want A's. To get them, become a HUMANITIES major, ace the easy fluffy stuff, then focus your power on the prereqs. You'll graduate with a higher GPA, and not suffer from much of the stress the rest of us feel when we're up against 400 bio majors with the same goal of topping the curve. I was a molecular biology major, and it singlehandedly ruined my chances of getting into medical school.\n\nAnyway, so if you really must know some nitty gritty, you want to look for a statistic called "matriculation rate" and see the proportion of students who apply versus get into medical school. Generally, top tier schools have higher matriculations rates. \n\nWhat do YOU want from a college? That's the real question. Your performance in a university is strongly dependent on the kind of environment you seek. Do you want intense focus? Do you want something laid back? Do you like large cities? Smaller towns? Do you want to do research with a Nobel Laureate? Do you want something private? Religious? Factor all of these things together and you will match yourself to a good university. Reputation means squat if you're miserable for 4 years.
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Where I work (a state police crime lab) there are two people with biology degrees. One has a masters in Forensic Science and the other doesn't have a masters degree at all. We test drugs. If you want to get into DNA I would recommend a master's in biology with a concentration in Forensics to get the analytical instrumentation experience. If you are interested in toxicology, controlled substances, or blood alcohol, a biology degree should be enough as long as you have enough analytical chemistry to understand the instrumentation. A master's degree will definitely make you more competitive- which is important with as popular as this field has gotten. But you don't HAVE to get a masters in forensics; it could be in biochemistry, biology, chemistry. As long as you know what GC-MS, FTIR, and head space GC are when you're done. Good luck!
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First of all you need to prepare for Written test which is basically an aptitude test. You need to clear it with good percentile. Then comes preparation for group discussions(GDs) and personal interviews(PIs). Also you need to carefully select college for your MBA. Doing MBA from good college will  only be useful. \n\nhttp://www.microbiologyindia.cjb.net provides full information on MBA-Biotechnology, a potential career path. Also Free guidance for GD's and PI's along with a full digest of questions and topics is available on this web-site.