Programme Overview

B.Sc. Agriculture is a 4-year undergraduate course that primarily focuses on research and practices in agricultural science, dealing with disciplines like Genetics and Plant Breeding, Agricultural Microbiology, Soil Science, Plant Pathology, etc. It is a professional degree recognized by the Government of India in the field of agricultural science. This course aims to provide training to implement modern agricultural techniques and technologies in the real-world scenario.

  • 3 Years Years

    Duration of programme

  • UG

    Level of Study

Key Highlights

Tech Innovation Drives Sector
Overseas Travel Opportunities
High Demand for New Farmers
Shifting Welfare
Growth Fuels Innovation

How will you benefit

Agriculture scope can provide you with multiple employment opportunities
B.Sc. agriculture graduates can work in various public and private institutions, research centres and other companies engaged in agriculture, dairy farming, horticulture and other agri-related sectors
Students also develop some key skill sets such as agri-preneurship, research instinct, management of farm practices etc.
It opens up opportunities in the government as well as private sectors. NABARD, IFFCO, Central Warehouse Corporation and FCI are some government institutions that offer promising career choices to students from BSc (Hons) Agriculture.

What will you study

You will first build a strong scientific foundation in agriculture by studying biology, natural environments, agricultural production, and agricultural science.

Agriculture graduates can find employment across a diverse range of areas, such as farm management, the service and supply industries, sales, research, or advisory and consultancy work.

Studying agriculture helps you develop a mix of technical skills and knowledge, including land use, farming practice, food production, crop and livestock science, use of farm machinery, sustainability, and environmental management.

Students also gain an understanding of the scientific, technical, ethical, and business principles that underpin the agricultural industry.

  •  PO-1 To impart firsthand knowledge on agriculture and allied sciences
  •  PO-2 To impart in-depth practical knowledge in agriculture and allied sciences
  •  PO-3 To provide extensive knowledge on agri-allied sectors like livestock, Poultry
  •  PO-4 To disseminate different technologies through various extension activities 
  •  PO-5 To identify and overcome the problems encountered in day-to-day agriculture
  •  PO-6 To provide knowledge on commercial agricultural production practices
  •  PO-7 To make students competitive in pursuing higher studies

  • PSO-1 To provide knowledge from ancient to modern agricultural practices
  • PSO-2 To impart in-depth practical knowledge in crop cultivation practices
  • PSO-3 To give detailed knowledge about agri-allied sectors
  • PSO-4 To provide knowledge on working of different farm implements
  • PSO-5 To serve the rural agricultural population
  • PSO-6 To disseminate recent agricultural technologies through extension.
  • PSO-7 Detailed knowledge on various agri-business activities
  • PSO-8 Detailed knowledge on horticulture and sericulture practices

  • PEO-1 Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze data and draw appropriate statistical conclusions.
  • PEO-2 Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • PEO-3 Students will demonstrate knowledge of the legal and ethical environment impacting agriculture organizations and exhibit an understanding and appreciation of the ethical implications of decisions.
  • PEO-4 Students will demonstrate an understanding of and appreciation for the importance of the impact of globalization and diversity in modern agriculture organizations.
  • PEO-5 Students will understand and analyze the current events and issues that are occurring in agriculture and how they affect your future in agriculture.
  • PEO-6 Students will understand how all aspects of agriculture combine and are used by scientists, marketers, and producers.
  • PEO-7 Students will understand how employer characteristics and decision-making at various levels enhance the success of an agricultural enterprise.
  • PEO-8 Students will be able to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills as they apply to a variety of animal and or plant production systems.

Curriculum

Bachelors of Science in Agriculture

  • Fundamentals of Horticulture
  • Fundamentals of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology
  • Fundamentals of Soil Science
  • Introductory to Forestry
  • Comprehension & Communication Skill in English
  • Fundamentals of Agronomy
  • Elementary Mathematics*/ Introductory Biology*
  • Agricultural Heritage
  • Rural Sociology & Educational Psychology
  • 1Human Value and Ethics

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Agricultural engineer
Agricultural economist
Agriculture Specialist
Agricultural Equipment Technician

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Maths (minimum 50% Marks)

Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Maths as mandatory subjects

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