Courses in Agriculture. Diploma & B Sc in Agriculture.

Courses in Agriculture

"Some of us grew up playing with tractors. The lucky ones still do."

Students who wish to pursue careers in agricultural science need a strong foundation in Botany, Physics, Chemistry, and Maths. There are many undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and doctoral courses available that lead to a degree in Agricultural Science.

To enroll in a Bachelor's course (BSc in Agriculture), you must have passed 10+2 with at least 50 percent marks in the Science stream. The course duration is four years. A B.Sc. or B.Tech degree is essential for the two-year master's program. After a master's degree (M.Sc. / M.Tech.), the path to a Ph.D. becomes easier. Several institutions also offer PG diploma courses.

Here are the available courses for building a career in agriculture:

Certificate Course in Agriculture

After 10th or 12th grade, you can enroll in an Agricultural Certificate Program. The duration of this course is typically 1-2 years.

• Certificate in Agriculture Science
• Certificate in Food and Beverage Service
• Certificate in Bio-Fertilizer Production
• Certificate in Agricultural Marketing

Diploma Courses in Agriculture

After completing 10th or 12th, you can pursue a diploma in various agricultural fields. The duration is usually 3 years, but depending on the institution and course type, it can range from 1-3 years.

• Diploma in Agriculture
• Diploma in Agriculture and Allied Practice
• Diploma in Horticulture
• Diploma in Food Processing

Undergraduate Courses in Agriculture

B.E. or B.Tech Programs are engineering degree courses. These academic programs are 4 years long. For admission, you must have passed 10+2 in the science stream.

• B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering
• B.Tech in Agricultural Information Technology
• B.Tech in Agriculture and Dairy Technology
• B.Tech in Agricultural and Food Engineering

BSc (Bachelor of Science) programs are 3 years long. Admission requires passing 10+2 in the science stream.

• B.Sc in Agriculture
• B.Sc (Honors) in Agriculture
• B.Sc in Crop Psychology
• B.Sc. in Dairy Science
• B.Sc in Fisheries Science
• B.Sc in Plant Science

BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) is a graduate-level management program lasting 3 years. To apply, you must have passed 10+2.

• BBA in Agriculture Management

Postgraduate Courses in Agriculture

Master's Degrees, PG Diplomas, and PG Certificate Programs are postgraduate-level courses. Candidates who have completed a Bachelor's Degree are eligible.