Master of Science in Horticulture
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Duration
2 Years
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Level
Post Graduation
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Type
Degree
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Eligibility
Graduation
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MSc Horticulture or Master of Science in Horticulture is a Post-Graduate Agriculture Science and Technology course. Horticulture is the science, art, technology, and business of growing plants for human use. The Master of Science in Horticulture program typically lasts two academic years, however, this varies per institute. Horticulture is the study of plant cultivation that includes the preparation of soil for the planting of seeds, tubers, and cuttings. Plant propagation and cultivation, crop production, plant breeding, genetic engineering, plant biochemistry, and plant physiology are all areas in which horticulturists operate and study. Central Agricultural University is offering a two-year program. The course must be completed within two years. The Master of Science in Horticulture program is broken down into four semesters.
MSc Horticulture Eligibility
- Candidates should complete their Bachelor of Science degree under any recognized University in respective subjects like BSc (Agriculture) / BSc (Horticulture) / BSc (Forestry) / BTech (Horticulture) / BTech (Agricultural Biotechnology) in the Science stream.
- The marks of admission for this course vary from University to University.
MSc Horticulture Syllabus
Syllabus of Horticulture course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.
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Advanced Biochemistry
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Advanced Plant Physiology |
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Advanced Post-harvest Physiology
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Plant Nutrition
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Statistics and Experimental Design
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Project Work |
MSc Horticulture Colleges
MSc Horticulture Course Suitability
- They should be able to communicate, deliver practical knowledge in plain language, be patient, and inspire students' excitement for studying.
- They must be able to work for extended periods of time with intense focus, have a keen analytical mind, a strong scientific inclination, an eye for detail, and so on.
- Candidates should also be able to work independently as well as part of a team, be able to get along with others and have tact and diplomacy.
- Applicants must also be practical and have good observation skills in order to detect early signs of disease in plants. In general, horticulturists must be curious about their surroundings and problem-solve creatively.
How is the MSc Horticulture Course Beneficial?
- Agribusiness, arboriculture, botanical gardens, conservation, crop management, floral design, food chemistry, fruit, and vegetable production, garden centers, greenhouses, grounds management, landscape construction and management, nurseries, management and sales, marketing/public relations, research and development, teaching/instruction, technical writing, and publishing are all possible careers.
- They can pursue higher degree degrees to do further study.
- They can work as private teachers and lecturers, and with qualifications such as BEd and UGC-NET, they can advance to permanent positions.
- Candidates can also start their own flower cultivation if there is a high demand for good plants, flowers, and fruits.
Government Organizations Operating in the Horticulture Sector in India
- Directorate of Areca Nut and Spices Development
- Directorate of Cashew net and Cocoa Development
- Indian Institute of Horticulture Research
- National Horticulture Board, Haryana
- National Horticulture Research and Development Foundation, Nashik
MSc Horticulture Employment Areas
- Agriculture
- Floriculture
- Fruit Production
- Horticulture, Floriculture & Landscaping
- Plant Protection Centres
- Plant Breeding and Genetics
- Post-Harvest Technology and Fruit Production
- Vegetable Sciences / Vegetable Production Industry
MSc Horticulture Job Types
- Agriculture Credit Manager
- Horticulture Supervisor
- Housekeeping Manager / Housekeeping Executive
- Junior / Senior Executive (Horticulture)
- Maintenance Manager
- Management Executive
- Operations Manager
- Plantations Manager
- Sales Manager
Advanced Course in MSc Horticulture
