B.Sc. program in Life Sciences

The Life Sciences program provides a deep dive into the study of living organisms, from molecular interactions to global ecosystems. Established in 1992, the department offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on research experiences. This program nurtures students' scientific curiosity and builds essential skills through interactive learning and practical research. It equips them with the knowledge and experience needed to excel in advanced studies or various careers in scientific fields, preparing them to become proficient, innovative professionals.

Key Information

60 seat capacity
Globally – aligned curriculum
100% aligned with 7 core papers of Actuarial Science; 50% with another three
98% aligned with CFA syllabus
99% aligned with FRM syllabus
Training in Professional Certifications
Internships
Qualified Actuaries as mentors

Pedagogy

The Department of Life Sciences focuses on practical learning through hands-on research and lab work. Faculty members incorporate cutting-edge research into the curriculum and offer opportunities for students to present their findings at conferences. Interactive teaching methods, including workshops and community outreach activities, are employed to enhance understanding. Regular participation in activities like “The Golden Hour” supports personalized guidance and problem-solving.

Curriculum

Semester I Semester II
Course Title Course Type Course Title Course Type
Fundamentals of Finance Major Essentials of Quantitative Finance Major
Economic Principles and Market Dynamics Minor Inference and Credibility Analysis Major
Principles of Corporate Finance and Governance Minor Macroeconomic Analysis Minor
Fundamentals of Statistics and Probability OE Corporate Financial Insight Minor
Mathematical Foundations for Quantitative Analysis OE Business Management OE
Introduction to Basic Excel VSC Advanced Excel with VBA VSC
Introduction to R Programming and Python SEC Statistical Computing with R SEC
Digital Literacy VEC Business Communication AEC
General Communication AEC Ethics & Professionalism VEC
Indian Knowledge System IKS Co-Curricular Course CC
Semester III Semester IV
Course Title Course Type Course Title Course Type
Asset-Liability Management and Valuation Major Derivatives and Financial Instruments Major
Introduction to Risk Management and Uncertainty Major Advanced Risk Management Techniques Major
Behavioral Finance and Investment Decision-Making Minor Investment Banking and Capital Markets Minor
Portfolio Management and Wealth Optimization Minor Strategic Portfolio Management Minor
Financial Regulation and Compliance OE Financial Engineering in Excel SEC
Financial Modeling with Excel VSC Model Documentation and Reporting Standards OE
Communication Skills - I MIL Machine Learning for Financial Applications RP
Co-Curricular Course CC Communication Skills - II MIL
Project Work OJT/FP/Internship Community Engagement CEP

Specialisation in Actuarial Science

Semester V Semester VI
Course Title Course Type Course Title Course Type
Life Contingencies and Actuarial Mathematics Major Advanced Life Contingencies Major
Advanced Statistical Modeling for Insurance Major Stochastic Processes in Actuarial Science Major
Statistical Methods for Actuarial Science Major Survival Analysis and Mortality Modeling Major
Actuarial Risk Management and Solvency Elective Financial Analysis for Actuarial Practice Elective
Advanced Ethics and Governance in Finance and Insurance Minor Excel Applications in Actuarial Science Minor
Excel Applications in Actuarial Science VSC R Programming for Actuarial Data Analysis VSC
Internship OJT/Internship Project Work Internship

Specialisation in Quantitative Finance

Semester V Semester VI
Course Title Course Type Course Title Course Type
Mergers, Acquisitions, and Corporate Restructuring Major Financial Engineering and Derivatives Strategies Major
Portfolio Optimization and Risk Management Major Global Financial Markets and Currency Risk Major
Time Series Analysis for Financial Markets Major Behavioral Finance and Wealth Management Major
Quantitative Risk Management for Finance Elective Financial Statement Analysis for Investment Elective
Advanced Ethics and Governance in Finance and Insurance Minor Advanced Programming for Financial Data Analysis Minor
Alternative Investments and Hedge Fund Strategies VSC Python & SQL VSC
Internship OJT/Internship Project Work Internship

Programme Objectives

Graduates will gain a thorough understanding of biological sciences and their applications.
Graduates will develop hands-on research skills and practical experiences in life sciences.
Graduates will enhance their critical thinking and analytical abilities for solving complex problems.
Graduates will cultivate effective communication skills for presenting and discussing scientific research.

Graduate Attributes

Academic Excellence
Analytical Thinking
Research Skills
Leadership and Team Collaboration
Effective Communication Skills
Community Engagement and Outreach
Innovative Problem-Solving Skills
Ethical and Professional Integrity

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