The B.Sc. Botany programme provides comprehensive knowledge of plant science through the study of plant diversity, microbiology, plant pathology, taxonomy, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, ecology, conservation and biotechnology. The curriculum combines theoretical learning, laboratory training, field studies, botanical excursions and research projects to develop scientific skills, environmental awareness and practical expertise for careers in research, agriculture, biotechnology, conservation, education and allied biological sciences. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Semester-wise curriculum structure with theory, practical, project work, and credit distribution.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Type | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate Course in Microbial Technology & Applied Botany | |||||
| First Year | I | B040101T | Microbiology & Plant Pathology | Theory | 4 |
| B040102P | Techniques in Microbiology & Plant Pathology | Practical | 2 | ||
| II | B040201T | Archegoniates & Plant Architecture | Theory | 4 | |
| B040202P | Land Plants Architecture | Practical | 2 | ||
| Diploma in Plant Identification, Utilization & Ethnomedicine | |||||
| Second Year | III | B040301T | Flowering Plants Identification & Aesthetic Characteristics | Theory | 4 |
| B040302P | Plant Identification Technology | Practical | 2 | ||
| IV | B040401T | Economic Botany, Ethnomedicine & Phytochemistry | Theory | 4 | |
| B040402P | Commercial Botany & Phytochemical Analysis | Practical | 2 | ||
| Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Botany) | |||||
| Third Year | V | B040501T | Plant Physiology, Metabolism & Biochemistry | Theory | 4 |
| B040502T | Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics | Theory | 4 | ||
| B040503P | Experiments in Physiology, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | Practical | 2 | ||
| B040504R | Project – I | Project | 3 | ||
| VI | B040601T | Cytogenetics, Plant Breeding & Nanotechnology | Theory | 4 | |
| B040602T | Ecology & Environment | Theory | 4 | ||
| B040603P | Cytogenetics, Conservation & Environment Management | Practical | 2 | ||
| B040604R | Project – II | Project | 3 | ||
The programme follows a progressive structure where students earn a Certificate after the First Year, a Diploma after the Second Year, and the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Botany) degree upon successful completion of all six semesters, including laboratory work and research projects.
Comprehensive academic support and vibrant student engagement opportunities.
