Master of Philosophy in Horticulture
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Duration
2 Years
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Level
M.Phil
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Type
Degree
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Eligibility
Post Graduation
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M.Phil. Horticulture or Master of Philosophy in Horticulture is a pre-Doctorate Agriculture Science and Technology course. Horticulture is the industry and science of plant cultivation including the process of preparing the soil for the planting of seeds, tubers, or cuttings. The work involves fruits, berries, nuts, vegetables, flowers, trees, shrubs, and turf. Horticulturists work to improve crop yield, quality, nutritional value, and resistance to insects, diseases, and environmental stresses. Horticulture usually refers to gardening on a smaller scale, while agriculture refers to the large-scale cultivation of crops. The duration of the course is two years and its syllabus is divided into two semesters as well.
M.Phil. Horticulture Eligibility
- Aspiring students should have passed a master's degree in Horticulture with a minimum of second class securing at least 55% of the aggregate marks or in an examination recognized as equivalent.
M.Phil. Horticulture Syllabus
Syllabus of Horticulture as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.
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Sem. I
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Sr. No.
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Subjects of Study
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1
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Research Methodology
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2
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New Trends in Horticulture
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3
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Specialization (Take One only)
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4
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Social Aspects of Horticulture
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5
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Scientific Aspects of Horticulture
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6
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Business Aspects of Horticulture
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Sem. II
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1
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M.Phil. Thesis
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M.Phil. Horticulture College
M.Phil. Horticulture Course Suitability
- They should have the ability to communicate, to provide practical and information in simple language, patience and ability to infuse enthusiasm for learning in students and work for long periods with intense concentration.
- They also possess an analytical mind, scientific bent, eye for detail and ability to work on one's own as well as part of a team.
- Other essential skills for it are tact and diplomacy, have practical ability, good powers of observation to detect early signs of disease in plants. Generally, they should be curious about the world around them and to be creative in solving problems.
How is M.Phil. Horticulture Course Beneficial?
- Horticulturists can enter various fields in industry, government or educational institutions or private concerns. Horticulturists work in a wide range of areas in agribusiness, arboriculture (planting and care of woody plants), botanical gardens, conservation, crop management, floral design, food chemistry, fruit and vegetable production, garden centres, greenhouses, grounds management, landscape construction and management, nurseries, management and sales, marketing or public relations, research and development, teaching or instruction, technical writing and publishing. Horticulture institutes and colleges, vegetable farms, fruit orchards, etc. always look for skilled horticulturists. Those in the government sector are responsible for the maintenance of parks, public gardens, official lawns, etc.
- Both public and private sectors offer employment to qualified and trained horticulturists with attractive remuneration. In the government sector, one can work as Horticulture Inspector, Fruit and Vegetable Inspector, Training Assistant in Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), District Horticulture Officer or District Agriculture Officer, Marketing Inspector, Farm Supervisor, Section Officer and Agriculture Inspector.
- Option of a career as Lecturer and Assistant Professor, Associate Professor in Agriculture Universities and Colleges or Technical Assistant or Technical Officer in Agriculture Universities can also be accessed.
- One can also work as an Agriculture Development Officer or can become Scientist.
- The self-employment option is available as Horticulture Consultant or Horticulture Therapist, Floral decorator or florist shop, Fruit or Vegetable or Flower grower, etc.
- One can choose to be a horticulture entrepreneur also by setting up a horticulture farm for growing fruits, vegetables or flowers or a horticulture nursery for nursery production of horticultural plants.
- Horticultural professionals can get in Civil Services sector too through competitive examinations.
M.Phil. Horticulture Employment Areas
- Educational Institutes
- Horticulture Nurseries
- Flower Farming
- Agriculture Research Departments
- Vegetable Farms
- Fruit Orchards
M.Phil. Horticulture Job Types
- Asst. Manager/Deputy Manager
- Horticulture Supervisor
- Purchase/Vendor Development Manager
- Plantation Manager
- Operations Manager
- Farms Executive
- Agriculture & Crop Development Executive
- Relationship Manager
Advance Course in M.Phil. Horticulture
