M.Sc Entomology

Master of Science in Entomology

M.Sc Entomology) or Master of Science in Entomology is a Post-Graduate Agriculture Science and Technology course. Entomology is a branch of zoology concerned with the study of insects. The Entomology course will allow students to get an in-depth understanding of Public Health Entomology as well as intensive instruction in new approaches to epidemiology and vector-borne illness control.

The Master of Science in Entomology program includes advanced study in pest management techniques and ways of preventing pests from transmitting agents that might cause severe illnesses. The Entomology course covers a wide range of topics related to insects and agriculture. Thus, entomologists are at a revolutionary stage of scientific study in several domains of entomology such as systematics, biological control, and pest management, to name a few.

M.Sc Entomology Eligibility

• Aspiring students should have passed their Bachelor of Science degree or any other equivalent qualification in a relevant subject from a recognized university board.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 60% aggregate marks or equivalent at their Graduation level.
• Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.

M.Sc Entomology Syllabus

Syllabus of Entomology as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

M.Sc Entomology Colleges

• Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur
• Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana
• Narendra Dev University of Agriculture and Technology - NDUAT, Faizabad
• Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar

M.Sc Entomology Course Suitability

• The Entomology Course is suitable for people who are fascinated by the intriguing world of insects or animals, as well as the greenery of the agriculture sector.
• The course is appropriate for people who want to work in integrated crop management, pest control, applied entomology, or postgraduate research.
• Applicants must be capable of critical thinking, such as employing logic and reasoning to assess the strengths and weaknesses of various solutions.
• They must be good time managers, managing their own time as well as the time of others.

How is the M.Sc Entomology Course Beneficial?

• The Entomology course provides a solid foundation for advanced research studies such as a Ph.D. degree.
• Agricultural advisory services, agricultural, horticultural, and forestry research institutions, conservation bodies, universities, commercial organizations in the agrochemical sector, the pesticide industry, overseas aid programs, international NGOs, environmental groups, local governments, and pest control consultants in the private sector are all options for candidates.
• Teaching, scientific research, and technical employment at colleges and universities, experiment stations, government agencies, military services, and commercial and industrial enterprises are also available to applicants.
• They can also work in fertilizer and seed companies, insecticide and pesticide companies, bio-fertilizer companies, and biological control based companies.

M.Sc Entomology Employment Areas

• Agriculture Sector
• Colleges & Universities
• Defense Services
• Forensic Labs
• Healthcare Sector

M.Sc Entomology Job Types

• Associate Professor
• Business Development Executive
• Entomologist / Entomology Research Associate
• Junior Research Fellow
• Market Development Manager

Advanced Course in M.Sc Entomology

• Ph.D. (Entomology)