Ph.D. Programme
Specialization : Research Areas
- Plant Pathology
- Advanced Plant Physiology
- Cytogenetics and Plant Breeding
- Plant Biotechnology
- Environmental Botany
- Allelopathy
- Taxonomy
Number of Seats : As per the seats available.
Jobs Prospects :
In addition to teaching in Universities/Institutes, Ph.D. awarded students have numerous opportunities in Agriculture, Horticulture, Pharmaceutics and Environment sectors.
Program Educational Objectives (PEO's) :
- PEO-1: To develop fundamental background and training in research in Botany including specific experimental and research skills and approaches in selected areas of Plant Science, Molecular, and Modern Biology.
- PEO-2: To provide opportunities for the development of transferable skills; inculcate a culture of quality and responsibility in conducting research.
- PEO-3: To enhance students’ capacity to work with others, solve problems, and think critically and innovatively in areas chosen.
- PEO-4: To demonstrate an understanding and concern for the high ethical standards in research, teaching, and service.
- PEO-5: To demonstrate the ability to teach post-graduate and graduate courses in their areas of specialization.
- PEO-6: To design and conduct relevant research themes in their areas of specialization.
- PEO-7: To demonstrate the ability to communicate the results of their research work in a clear and explicit manner.
Program Outcomes (PO's) :
Upon completion of the Ph.D. program the students will be able to:
- PO-1: demonstrate the understanding of scientific integrity, correct scholarly records and the consequences of deviation from the standard code of conduct in research laboratories.
- PO-2: demonstrate core competencies for innovative approaches in their respective fields that would be relevant from a global perspective.
- PO-3: demonstrate the capabilities to serve various higher academic institutions like Colleges, Universities, and Research Institutes in India and abroad.
- PO-4: demonstrate the ways to mitigate the disastrous effects of environmental stresses on plant productivity.
- PO-5: apply a significant range of advanced and specialized skills to act autonomously in the planning and implementation of plant science research.
- PO-6: work collaboratively with all stakeholders to create, develop and exchange research knowledge to influence and benefit society and the economy.
- PO-7: practice a proactive, self-critical and self-reflective approach to develop professional relationships with their counterparts worldwide.
- PO-8: to develop leadership and managerial skills for entrepreneurship and industry based approach.
Program Name : M. Sc. (Botany)
Specialization :
Plant Pathology, Advanced Plant Physiology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Environmental Botany, and Plant Biotechnology
Degree Requirement :
B.Sc. Botany
Course Requirement :
B.Sc. Botany as the main subject along with Chemistry and Zoology as subsidiary subjects.
Jobs Prospects :
Students with M. Sc Botany Degree have a good job security in several teaching, research sectors and industries such as Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Organic Farming, Floriculture, Farming and Environmental Consultancies.
The Degree imparts students with the knowledge to help them move ahead in their careers and assist them in securing rewarding jobs.
Program Educational Objectives (PEO's) :
PEO1: To inculcate strong fundamentals on modern and classical aspects and to develop a conceptual understanding of the principles and importance of the subject. Students would be benefited with the knowledge of core subjects like plant diversity, plant diseases and their management, conservation techniques, plant taxonomy, ecology and environment, plant tissue culture, functional plant physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology and plant biotechnology and genetics and cytogenetic etc. which are offered in these courses and would help to enable students to choose research for their career development.
PEO2: Students will learn about different laboratory techniques for the detailed study of plant cell structure, modes of reproduction, anatomy, breeding techniques, plant tissue culture, plant stress management through physiological tools like PGRs and nutrient management. Maintain a high level of scientific excellence through selection and application of appropriate research techniques, resources and modern technology in multidisciplinary mode. Students will learn about designing experiments, data recording, analysis and its interpretation to reach to a substantial conclusion.
Program Outcomes (PO's) :
Upon completion of the post-graduate program the students will be able to:
- PO-1: develop critical thinking ability and will apply the knowledge to answer scientific queries and expand comprehension potential.
- PO-2: demonstrate graduate attributes like core competency, communication skills, reflective thinking, scientific temper, research skills, digital literacy, moral and ethical awareness.
- PO-3: develop the aptitude for creative thinking, critical analysis and decision making for productive research and development in the area of botanical sciences.
- PO-4: develop effective communication skills through seminar presentations to successfully transfer the scientific knowledge which will facilitate students to look for avenues in higher education.
- PO-5: participate and succeed in various national and international competitive, fellowships and scholarships examinations.
Program Name : B. Sc. Botany
Degree Requirement :
Candidates selected for admission to B.Sc Course shall be allocated only the Main Subject based on their performance in the Admission Test.. Subsidiary subjects shall be allotted at the time of admission, subject to the options available.
Course Requirement :
Candidates must have passed all theory and practical papers of 3 years annual system / 6 semesters in order to get the B.Sc. degree in Botany.
Jobs Prospects :
Students with B. Sc Botany degree have good job security in several industries including Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Breeding, Organic Farming, Floriculture, Farming and Environmental consultancies. In addition Students also have a good scope in Education, Research and Development Sectors .
The Degree imparts students with the knowledge to help them move ahead in their careers and assist them in securing rewarding jobs.
Program Educational Objectives (PEO's) :
PEO-1: Students will be able to explicate various plant processes and their functions, growth, development and metabolism, concepts and techniques in cell biology, genetics and plant breeding and how plant's function under the influence of environment. They will learn about types of plant diseases and their management and systematics of angiosperms and gain basic knowledge of environmental botany. It is to enable them to be resourceful in identifying the plant material, so they can critically differentiate the characteristics of various plant species based on plant diversity.
PEO-2: This is to create platform for higher studies in Botany. Students will have successful professional careers in academics as well as in the public/private sectors in the field of plant and agricultural sciences.
PEO-3: Students will be capable of acquiring basic and specialist science skills in botany that will boost their confidence and faith, for effective personal and professional development.
Program Outcomes (PO's) :
Upon completion of the graduate program the students will be able to:
PO-1: acquire the practical application of basic and conceptualized knowledge of plant sciences.
PO-2: develop the ability to perform efficiently the various laboratory and field techniques they can apply for scientific reasoning and problem-solving.
PO-3: develop better communication skills by means of seminar presentations that will help to develop confidence for self-education and the ability to engage in life-long learning.
PO-4: pursue various academic and professional courses and will be ready for entry-level jobs in any area of biology.
PO-5: facilitate students to take up successful careers in Botany, actively participate and succeed in various competitive examinations.