University of Agricultural Sciences Bangalore
Bengaluru,Karnataka,India
+91-80-2333 0153
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- Co - Education
- ESTD 1946
- State University
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Master of Science (M.Sc.) Seed Science and Technology
M.Sc. Seed Science and Technology
Course
M.Sc. in Seed Science and Technology is a Postgraduate program in the domain of agriculture sciences. Seed is the fundamental necessity for germination of a plant or crop. Improper seed selection or nurturing can result in crop failure and economic losses. Hence it becomes important that scientific principles and methodologies are incorporated throughout seed selection, sowing, and nurturing.
Seed Science and Technology as a specialized branch of agricultural sciences focuses on the study of structure and development of seeds from the moment of fertilization of the egg cell to the emergence of a new plant from the seed. Thus, it provides a scientific and technological touch to the study of seed-related aspects which is located at the core of plant and crop growth.
Eligibility
The minimum eligibility criterion which most of the institutes ask for is a score of at least 50% (relaxable for reserved category candidates) at graduation level.
Duration: 2 years
Career Opportunities
- Horticulturist
- Agriculture Scientist
- Plant breeder
- Tissue Culture Expert
- Farm Manager
