Those Days

Biotechnology is a booming industry in the world. I had selected this course hoping to achieve a successful career here in India. Little did I know that biotechnology had not picked up its pace yet in India. The exams conducted was frequently with 1 or 2 model exams in each semester for theoretical and practical. This helped us to have enough basic knowledge when we finally pass out. It would be better if more internships and industrial visits are included in the syllabus. It would give a better idea about our future. It will also help us to boost our resume. The jobs in biotechnology offers low salary here but large varities of experience can be gained. This helps us to have a better career outside of India.

The course I studied, Bsc Biotechnology had a tution fees of 19500 rs per semester. This includes tution fees and lab fees. Exam fees must be paid in each semester. It will vary from 500-100 rs. I've not applied for any scholarships during my studies. There were scholarships available for students of different categories such as single parent students. Uniform costs about Rs 2000. For certain programmes, fees are collected which depends on the department.

Ive had a decent campus life with various arts and cultural programmes. Our college is known for our competitive arts festival which usually occurs anywhere between January to March. Arts is taken very seriously as selected candidates represent our college for the Mahatma Gandhi University Kalolsavan where more than 100 colleges participate. College elections and politics are as usual fiery and exciting. The whole college is in motion when elections are held. Faculty has a difficult task of containing the students. Sports days are not as exciting as hoped for. Students usually take leave during those days. All the cultural programmes are held with full passion and joy. Especially Onam and Holi are 2 of the most awaited programmes

I had completed my 12th exams and applied for several colleges in Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam portal known as Ekajalakam. There were no entrance examinations as such. The application was purely based on my 12th marks. I had several colleges placed in my allotments and was selected by Al Ameen College, Edathala Aluva. There was a fees of Rs 400 for registering in the Mahatma Gandhi University portal. The application process was smooth as they contacted me after my application. They provided certain dates for orientation classes and my entry was completed.

The teachers in my department were quite friendly and easily approachable. They provided us enough guidance for us to individually choose a career path after our degree. They never scammed us or tried to fool us by showing a fake picture of the reality. They were quite straightforward in their ideology. The teachers were strict when need and friendly otherwise. Some of the teachers were a PhD holder, some were a doctorate etc. They provided us with enough hands-on and practical experience that gave us a clear idea on our future. They set up several workshops and suggested internships, which we attended gladly.