Bachelor of Science (BSc Agriculture)

Eligibility:

Course Description:

Rai University, Ahmedabad is offering Bachelor of Science (BSc Agriculture). In this section, learn about the Bachelor of Science (BSc Agriculture) course at Rai University, Ahmedabad

Course Information :

As we all know that India lives in villages and Indian farmers lack in methods and techniques for practicing agriculture. This course brings about awareness about the upgraded techniques and better infrastructure, which will boost
agricultural profession in India. It will enable students to understand environment and all aspects of agriculture.

Year 1 :
Principles of Agronomy and Agricultural Meteorology
Introduction to Computer Application
Fundamental of Horticulture
Introductory Agriculture (Ancient Heritage, Agricultural
Scenario and Gender Equity in Agriculture)
Life Skills-I
Foreign Language - I
Fundamental of Soil, Water and Conservation Engineering
Elementary Maths
Introductory Nematology
Statistics
Water Management Including Micro Irrigation
Dimensions of Agricultural Extension
Life Skills-II
Foreign Language - II
Principles of Agricultural Economics
Livestock Production and Management

Year 2 :
Agricultural Microbiology
Principles of Genetics
Environmental Science
Principles of Plant Breeding
Manures, Fertilizers and Agro-Chemicals
Agricultural Finance and Co-Operation
Production Technology of Vegetables and Flowers
Production Technology of Fruit Crops
Insect Ecology and Integrated Pest Management
Agricultural Marketing, Trade and Prices*
Field Crops-I (Kharif)
Field Crops- II (Rabi)

Year 3 :
Production Technology of Spices, Aromatic, Medicinal and
Plantation Crops
Plant Pathogens and Principles of Plant Pathology
Biochemistry
Farming Systems and Sustainable Agriculture
Crop Pests and Stored Grain Pests and Their Management
Diseases of Field Crops and Their Management
Diseases of Horticultural Crops and Their Management
Production Economics and Farm Management
Organic Farming
Weed Management
Rain fed Agriculture
Remote Sensing and GIS Application

Coursework & Assessment :

The university conducts ongoing student assessment through class presentations and spot tests. Studentparticipation
in classroom discussions is also monitored by faculty. The college holds examinations at the end of each year. The live project and practical trainings constitute a part of the assessment procedure for the degree.

Careers :

Candidates with B.Sc Agriculture degree have an amazing career ahead. They have a lot of options available which
can be pursued as their career in Seed Companies, Pesticide Companies and Fertilizer Companies etc. In
Agriculture the main Job profiles can be as Rice Breeder, Agriculturists or Agriculture Specialist etc.