Master of Science (Botany)
This prestigious postgraduate course aims at building a strong background to various disciplines related to the study of plant biodiversity, ecology, anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, biotechnology, cell and molecular biology, cytogenetics , economic botany, bryology, algae, fungi etc. These diverse areas enhance the abilities and skills of students for practical application of botany in specialized fields. The study of this broad program also equips them with a suitable foundation for entry into higher studies and seek their career in research, teaching, environmental conservation programmes etc.
Eligibility
- B.Sc. (Medical) with 50% marks with Botany as one of the subjects.
- B.Sc. (Honours)
Semesters
Semester Details
-
Semester - I
- Fungi and Plant Pathology
- Phycology
- Bryology
- Plant Physiology
- Genetics and Evolution
- Computer Applications and Bioinformatics
- Botany Practicals I
- Botany Practicals II
Student can opt any one of the following Interdisciplinary optional courses
- IDEC-1101- Effective Communication Skills
- IDEM-1362- Basics of Music (Vocal)
- IDEH-1313- Human Rights and Constitutional Duties
- IDEI-1124- Basics of Computer Applications
- IDEW-12100- Indian Heritage: Contribution to the world
(Credits of these courses will not be added to SGPA)
-
Semester - II
- Pteridology
- Diversity and Biology of Gymnosperms
- General Microbiology
- Cell Biology
- Ecological Modelling and Forest Ecology
- Mathematical Biology
- Botany Practicals III
- Botany Practicals IV
- *Summer Training
* Credits/Grade point of this course will not be added in the calculation of SGPA/CGPA.
-
Semester - III
- Developmental Botany
- Plant Molecular Biology
- Plant Breeding and IPR
- Plant Biochemistry
- Applied Botany
- Plant Morphogenesis
- Botany Practicals I
- Botany Practicals II
- Assignment
- Seminar
Student can opt any one of the following Interdisciplinary courses
- IDEC-1101- Effective Communication Skills
- IDEM-1362- Basics of Music (Vocal)
- IDEH-1313- Human Rights and Constitutional Duties
- IDEI-1124- Basics of Computer Applications
- IDEW-1275- Indian Heritage: Contribution to the world
(Credits of these courses will not be added to SGPA)
-
Semester - IV
- Plant Anatomy
- Structure and Metabolism of Plant
- Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology
- Analytical Techniques
- Diversity and Biology of Angiosperms
- Taxonomy of Angiosperms
- Immunology
- Botany Practicals I
- Botany Practicals II
- *Field Study
- Research Techniques/ Research Project
**Student can opt only one paper from the two optional papers.
List of Optional Papers
1. MBTL-4076(I) Hazardous Chemicals
2. MBTL-4076 (II) Immunology