MoES Sponsored M.Sc. Marine Biology Course with Vikrama Simhapuri University,Nellore

AMSOB, NIOT has entered into Memorandum of Understanding during 20^th August 2025 with Vikrama Simhapuri University, under the Ministry of Education, a UGC recognised State University under the Government of Andhra Pradesh, having its registered office in/at Kakutur, Nellore – 524 324, Andhra Pradesh. The M. Sc. Marine Biology course is being conducted by Vikrama Simhapuri University,Nellore, and is being sponsored to attain the objectives of capacity building programmes of AMSOB.

Marine Biotechnology: Exploration of marine organisms for biotechnological applications, such as pharmaceuticals, biomaterials, and biofuels, leveraging unique biochemical properties and genetic resources found in marine biodiversity.

VSU–NIOT Collaborative Initiatives in Sustainable Shrimp Aquaculture,Nellore.

Under the M.Sc. Marine Biology programme, the following initiatives are undertaken in collaboration with NIOT:

Joint Research Development: Research on disease management, feed optimization, and water quality monitoring for sustainable shrimp aquaculture.
Regional Aquaculture Innovation: Development of region-specific technologies and pilot models to promote sustainable shrimp farming practices.
Training, Internships Skill Development: Specialized workshops, hands-on training, academic exchange, and internships at NIOT for M.Sc. Marine Biology students and researchers.
Best Practice Manuals Digital Tools: Preparation of manuals and digital resources for shrimp farmers, integrating traditional knowledge with modern aquaculture practices.
Centre of Excellence: Establishment of a joint Centre of Excellence in Shrimp Aquaculture Innovation for research, training, and entrepreneurship.
Policy-Oriented Research Advisory Support: Providing research-based inputs to support sustainable aquaculture development and evidence-based decision-making.

This programme is intended to advance the marine biology curricula and teaching modules with the support of MoES Deep Ocean Mission programme V6 - Advanced Marine Station for Ocean Biology executed through National Institute of Ocean Technology, Chennai.

The selection of students will be based on entrance examination conducted by Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) being followed by the university as admission procedure. The question paper consists of objective type of questions of multiple. The question will to test the basic knowledge of students in basic life science.

As prescribed in the University Prospects - a recognized Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Zoology / Botany / Fisheries/ Aquaculture /and other courses of Life Science.

Coordinator

Dr. Ch. Vijaya, Professor,
Dept. of Marine Biology,
VSU college Nellore.

Co-coordinator

Dr. Hanuma Reddy,
Head,
Dept of Marine Biology VSU college Nellore.

MoES Sponsored M.Sc. Marine Biology Course with Vikrama Simhapuri University Nellore.
Year I	Semester I	Fundamentals of Marine Biology	Compulsory Courses
		Biological Oceanography
		Marine Invertebrates / Marine Vertebrates
		Marine Ecology
		Skill Oriented Course – 1
		Principles of Aquaculture
		Ornamental Fish Culture
		Practical – 1: Marine Invertebrates / Vertebrates / Biological Oceanography
		Skill Oriented Course – 2
		Aquaculture Biotechnology
		Coastal Disaster Management
		Practical – 2: Related to SOC 1 & 2
		Physical and Chemical Oceanography
		Physiology and Biochemistry
		Molecular Biology
		Marine Microbiology and Immunology / Cell Biology
Year I	Semester II	Practical – 3: Molecular Biology / Marine Microbiology	Compulsory Courses
		Skill Oriented Course – 3: Fishery Science
		Ocean Management and Remote Sensing
		Skill Oriented Course – 4
		Disease & Health Management in Aquaculture
		Marine Biotechnology
		Practical – 4: Fishery Science / Marine Biotechnology
		Indian Knowledge Systems – 2
		Indian Ayurveda
Year II	Semester III	Coastal Aquaculture	Compulsory Courses
		Marine Pollution and Toxicology
		Marine Biodiversity
		Tools and Techniques in Biology
		Research Methodology
		Practical – 5: Marine Biodiversity / Marine Pollution
		Skill Oriented Course – 5
		Fish Nutrition and Feed Technology
		Aquaculture Economics, Extension & Fish Marketing
		Skill Oriented Course – 6
		Practical – 6: Fish Nutrition / Fish Processing Technology
Year II	Semester IV	Project Work / Internship	Compulsory Courses

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MoES Sponsored M.Sc. Marine Biology Course with Vikrama Simhapuri University,Nellore

MoES Sponsored M.Sc. Marine Biology Course with Vikrama Simhapuri University,Nellore

Mode of selection of students

Eligibility for admission of students

Coordinators from Vikrama Simhapri University,Nellore.

Vikrama Simhapuri University PG course on M.Sc. Marine Biology curriculum