B.Sc - Horticulture (B.Sc Horticulture)

About B.Sc - Horticulture

B.Sc.in Horticulture is an advanced programme in the field of agricultural science that comprises subjects regarding the cultivation of plants and the study of seeds. The programme also covers plant diseases, growth and genetics. The course covers practices that can help enhance plant growth and increase the yield without damaging the quality. In order to achieve this goal, the course combines the concepts of Biochemistry, Genetic Engineering, Biology and other related subjects. The programme is in demand as there is a constant demand for quality food at reasonable prices and horticulturalists are required to achieve this goal.

B.Sc Horticulture Course Highlights

Some of the major highlights of B.Sc Horticulture course are given below:

B.Sc - Horticulture Eligibility Criteria

In order to pursue the B.Sc Horticulture course, the candidates will have to fulfil the given below eligibility criteria:

• The candidate must have passed class 12th or equivalent from a recognized board.

• The candidate must have studied Mathematics and Physics as the main subjects in class 12th along with one of the optional subjects as Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/ Computer Science.

• The candidate must have acquired a minimum aggregate of 50% in the qualifying examination.

Admission Process

The admission to B.Sc Horticulture course is done in two ways:

Merit-Based: The merit-based admission to the course is done directly on the basis of score obtained by the candidate in the qualifying examination. Some colleges also prepare a cutoff list based on the qualifying examination for admission.

Entrance Based: The entrance based admission to the course is done on the basis of score obtained by the candidate in a national level, state level or college level entrance exams. The admission is done through the counselling process.

B.Sc - Horticulture Syllabus

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B.Sc - Horticulture Career Options and Job Prospects

There is a lot of scope after pursuing B.Sc in Horticulture and various employment options are available to individuals. From starting one’s own private business to practicing horticulture for agricultural companies, graduates can opt for different work profiles. The Government of India also hires horticulturists for various agricultural projects carried out on rural lands and towns. There is also scope for research after pursuing B.Sc. in Horticulture with organisations like NABARD and Forest Research Institute (FRI). Graduates can also practice on their own if they have land available and foray into the private plant breeding sector. Following are some popular jobs available after B.Sc. in Horticulture:

• Horticulturist
• Breeding Manager
• Horticulture Specialist
• Crop Consultant
• Plantation Manager
• Plant Breeder
• Technical Assistant
• Crop Production Adviser
• Food Technologist
• Research Scientist
• Nursery Manager
• Crop Inspector
• Feed Plant Manager
• Plant Geneticist

Horticulture. Jobs are offered by forest departments in the government, private plantation companies, agricultural companies, flower farms and other such organisations. Jobs offered by the government departments can vary from Rs. 2.5 lakh to Rs. 4.5 lakh per annum. Manager lever job positions can also be pursued after masters in horticulture or an MBA and packages for these jobs can go up to Rs. 7.5 lakh per annum.