B.Sc Horticulture - Course Overview
Duration: 3.0 yrs | Mode: Regular| Avg. Fees: 40,000 / Year
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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 Syllabus
First Year:
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Introduction to Soil Science |
Growth Development of Horticulture Crops |
Tropical and Subtropical Fruits |
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Fundamentals of Food Technology |
Fundamentals of Statistics |
Principles of Genetics |
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Plant Parasitic Nematode |
Introductory Microbiology |
Crop Physiology |
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Elements of Computer Application |
Plant Propagation |
Fundamentals of Horticulture |
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Tropical and Subtropical Vegetable |
Fundamentals of Extension Education |
Water Management in Horticulture Crops |
Second Year:
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Temperate Fruits |
Breeding of Fruits |
Fundamentals of Entomology |
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Principles of Plant Breeding |
Spices |
Temperate Vegetables |
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Orchard Management |
Environmental Science |
Ornamental Horticulture |
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Mushroom Culture |
Commercial Floriculture |
Insect ecology |
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Biochemistry |
Tuber Crops |
Plantation Crops |
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Soil Science I |
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Third Year:
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Organic Farming |
Principles of Plant Biotechnology |
Entrepreneurship Development |
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Processing of Horticultural Crops |
Remote Sensing |
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants |
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Introductory Agroforestry |
Seed Production |
Introduction of Major Field Crops |
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Apiculture |
Breeding and Seed Production |
Horticulture Business Management |
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Post-harvest Management |
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Popular Specializations of B.Sc - Horticulture
- Actuarial Science
- Agriculture
- Anthropology
- Electronics
- Geology
- Horticulture
- Microbiology
- Zoology
- Forensic Science
- Life Sciences
- Genetics
- Statistics
- Home Science
- Computer Science
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Forestry
- Radiotherapy
- Medical Lab Technology
- Digital Animation
- Merchant Navy
- Merchant Navy
- Merchant Navy
- Biochemistry and Industrial Microbiology
- Animation & VFX
- Hardware & Networking
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.