What are the career prospects in this field and which are the best colleges/ institutions offering this subject?
Srinivas Iyer, Chennai Biochemists study the chemical composition of living organisms and the complex reactions involved in reproduction, growth, metabolism and heredity. There is a steady demand for biochemists mainly from food, drink, pharmaceutical, agriculture and related industries, as also from medical research and hospital laboratories, specialist research organisations and government agencies. Biochemical analysis is also used in clinical diagnosis or in forensic laboratories. Many colleges across India offer B.Sc (biochemistry) and if you visit www.mu.ac.in you’ll get a complete list. The University of Mumbai in addition to 40 other recognised universities offers an M.Sc (biochemistry). While studying for a B.Sc in biochemistry you will understand the subject better and decide whether it will sustain your interest. Admission into a Masters programme usually involves an entrance test. After B.Sc you could also choose to pursue M.Sc (biotechnology) or M.Sc (bio-informatics).Will
