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environmental engineering or bio-technology ; which one has a better scope and a larger pay salary ?

nipun updated on : 28 Nov, 2011 108

Hi,

The selection of a particular stream depends completely on your personality and your interests and abilities.

Environmental engineering concerns itself with the application of engineering principles for the protection of the environment. Environmental engineers are employed by the government and industry to monitor and control pollution, and to handle the environmental impact of new infrastructure projects and so on. You can work in research and development, recycling & waste management, social development, or as an environmentalist and as environmental consultants.

Biotechnology is the application of existing scientific methods and techniques aimed at improving the biological systems, which include microorganisms, plants and animals. Biotechnology plays a major role in serving mankind by contributing to industries like agriculture, animal husbandry, health care. The areas where biotechnology has grown in India include Bioinformatics, Agricultural biotechnology, Bio fertilizers, National Bio-resource Development, Plant Biology, Marine Biotechnology and the like. One can opt for Pharmaceutical or other Chemical industries or can work in the production department of any industries in the research and development wing. Apart from all these, one can also go for research works or for teaching profession.

Expected salary depends upon several factors like the sub-field you choose amongst these e.g. engineering, pharmacy, lecturer, research & development and how well versed are you with your subject. Generally, both fresh M. Tech (Biotech) and M.E. (Environmental Engineering) job seekers are getting a starting salary ranging from 15K-40K.
Good Luck!!!

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