About Gujarat National Law University
Gujarat National Law University (GNLU) is the statutory university established by the Govt. of Gujarat under the Gujarat National Law University Act, 2003. The University is recognized by the Bar Council of India (BCI) and the University Grants Commission (UGC) (2f & 12B). The University is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI), International Association of Law Schools (IALS), Asian Law Institute (ASLI) and Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute.
Programme Highlights
The PG Diploma in Biotechnology Law and Policy is offered by Gujarat National Law University in collaboration with Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission (GSBTM). The PG Diploma in Biotechnology and Policy is the only programme in India focusing on the interplay between Biotechnology Law and Policy. The Diploma offers a comprehensive, industry ready curriculum. The Duration of the Diploma would be one year and the classes would be conducted on a weekly basis. The Programme would be carried out by expert faculty from Gujarat National Law University as well as by Government and industry in addition to global experts. The candidates enrolled would also get access to the GNLU Library Resources through Remote Access.
Fee Structure
The fee for the entire programme is Rs 15000.
Course Details
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
- Indian Legal System: A Primer
- Science of Biotechnology
- Regulation of Biotechnology
- Biotechnology and Intellectual Property Rights
Semester II
- Biotechnology and Human Rights
- Biotechnology and Environmental Law
- Biotechnology and International Trade Law
- Dissertation
Eligibility Requirements
The candidates ought to possess a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
The batch will start from January 2022.
Important Deadlines
The classes would commence from the 1st week of January 2022.
The last date of submitting the application forms is 10th January 2022.
For more information, visit https://www.gnlu.ac.in/GNLU/PG-Diploma-in-Biotechnology,-Law-and-Policy
For further information, contact [email protected].
