Gujarat National Law University, Gandhinagar
Jointly with
Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission
Department of Science & Technology,
Government of Gujarat
Programme Duration: One year
Classes will be held on weekends except for the public holidays.
Classes will commence from first week of January, 2021.
Programme Fee: Rs.15,000 for the entire programme
Rs.10,000 for GNLU Alumni
Eligibility Criteria
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in any discipline from any recognized University.
About the Programme
PG Diploma in Biotechnology, Law and Policy has been designed to impart knowledge of law related to biotechnology, which is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. This interdisciplinary programme will lay a strong foundation for understanding the interplay between biotechnology, law and regulation, and prepare students to meet the rising demand for biotechnology policy expertise to control the potential risks associated with the use of modern biotechnology products.
The programme covers various areas of biotechnology law, regulatory issues, and also explores related areas such as law and genetics, research on human tissues and stem cells, biosecurity, biobanks and gene patents. It reviews the implications of strategic ethical, legal, and regulatory choices that add value to the biotechnology firm, customers, and society. The programme consists of eight courses spread over two semesters:
| Semester I | Semester II |
| Indian Legal System: A Primer Science of BiotechnologyRegulation of BiotechnologyBiotechnology and Intellectual Property Rights | Biotechnology and Human RightsBiotechnology and Environmental LawBiotechnology and International Trade LawDissertation |
Last date for applying is 31st December, 2020.
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