Dolphin PG Institute Of BioMedical & Natural Sciences, Dehradun

Agriculture

Agriculture courses involve the study of various technical and scientific subjects related to agricultural technology, food technology, dairy industry, food science, plant science, horticulture, and even forestry. The main difference between these fields is their area of focus.

Apart from these, there are numerous agriculture courses online offered by websites like Udemy, Coursera, and edX. Students can pursue Agriculture Courses After 12th as well as 10th, mostly in the form of certificate and diploma courses. The duration of Agriculture Certificate Courses varies depending upon the course and the institution. It usually varies from a few hours to a few months.

Agriculture students have a high chance of getting jobs in the government sector such as UPSC (Indian Forest Services), Staff Selection Commission, IBPS Specialists Officer (AO), and also jobs in government organizations such as Food Corporation of India (FCI), National Bank of Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), and National Dairy Development Board. The average salary after Agriculture courses in India ranges from INR 8,00,000 to 13,00,000 per annum.

Horticulture

BSc horticulture

B.Sc. in Horticulture is a 3 years full time under graduate course which is divided into 6 semesters. Horticulture is the branch of Agricultural Science that deals with the cultivation of vegetables, plants, flowers, herbs, fruits, shrubs, bushes, gardens, and landscaping for gardens, ornamental trees, maintaining nurseries, green houses, orchards and plantations and also floriculture or cultivation of flowers. 

B.Sc. Horticulture program is all about cultivation of plants, starting from seed related study to scientific study of cultivation, plant diseases, genetics of plants etc. It is all about the application of scientific knowledge in plant cultivation and thus increase productivity and yield .

Eligibility

Entry to this field starts from undergraduate level. After completion of 10+2 in Science stream (class 12th) with chemistry, physics, and maths/ biology/ agriculture as the subjects one can opt for Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture as a separate discipline or as a subject of BSc Agriculture Science.

Career Prospects

Government sector jobs , and Officer level posts are available for these Graduates in:

• State wise Forestry Departments,
• State wise Agriculture Departments
• Boards like Spice or Coir or Rubber boards etc.

Private Sector job opportunities are available in areas such as

• Private Plantations
•  Ornamental plants
• flowers businesses
• Agricultural Products marketing firms
• Agricultural Machinery
•  Equipment manufacturing firms
• Food Production and Technology Industry etc.

Career options

• Production and Sales. Operating a business or managing an orchard, vegetable farm, greenhouse, flower or plant shop, nursery, landscaping service, garden center, or food processing firm.
• Public Gardens
• Marketing
• Research
• Teaching
• Industry Support
• Inspection
• Landscape Construction and Management

Syllabus

There are 4 major subjects in Horticulture i.e.

• Fruit science ( Pomology)
• Vegetable Science ( Olericulture)
• Floriculture and Landscaping
• Post-Harvest Management. Besides these, one more subject Spice and plantation crops also teaches in some universities.

Jobs

• Landscape Foreman Supervisor Warehouse Manager
• Groundskeeping Maintenance Landscape Labour Plumbe
• Crew Foreman Foreman Operations Manager
•  Landscape Technician Technician Field Supervisor
• Maintenance Foreman Electrician Service Manager

Average annual course fee

• The average annual course fee ranges anywhere between INR 5,000 to 2 lakhs depending upon the institute offering the course

Average salary offered 

• The average salary offered for this course in India to successful postgraduates of the course ranges between INR 2 to 10 lakhs depending upon the candidate’s expertise in the field

Community/Home Science

BSc community science

B.Sc in Home Science is a three-year undergraduate program that offers professional knowledge in the field of science which deals with nutrition, health and to bring everyday life in sync with the changing surroundings. B.Sc. Family and Community Science or Bachelor of Science in Family and Community Science is an undergraduate Medicine program.

Family and community science is an area that focuses on scientific knowledge in the lifestyle of families and communities.

Generally, the undergraduate course (BSc) in home science comprises of major study topics such as physics, chemistry, biology, physiology, hygiene, sociology, rural development, economics, child development, family relations, community living, arts, food, nutrition, textiles, clothing and home management.

Eligibility

The minimum criteria of eligibility needed to be fulfilled for admission to the course is thet the student should  pass 10+2 or equivalent qualification from a recognized Board.Preferably Science as the stream of study.Qualification of a relevant entrance test in the case of some institutes

Syllabus

Career Prospects

Home Science opens doors for job opportunities for successful graduates in fields such as

• Schools and colleges
• Welfare organizations
• Hospitals
• Apparel merchandising
•  Fashion journalism
•  Restaurants
•  Service sectors
•  Cafeterias
•  Counseling

Researches are hired as

• Food Scientists,
• Demonstrators,
• Nutrition Consultants, 
• Research Assistants,
• Sales promotion companies involved in baby foods, food stuffs and adult food products also employ Home Science graduates, as do manufacturing companies.

Some of the popular professional avenues open to such graduates are listed below with the corresponding salaries offered for the respective positions.

Scope for Higher Studies 

• Masters of Science in Nutrition and Food Processing.
• Master of Science in Textiles and Fashion Apparel.
• Master of Science in Social Work.
• Master of Science in Plant Physiology & Ecology.
• Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics.
• Master of Science in Human Development
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Average fee

• INR 4,000 - 65,000 per annum

Average salary  

• 5.5L per annum

Food Nutrition and Dietetics

BSc  Nutrition and Dietetics 

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics is an undergraduate full-time course in nutrition and dietetics. The course is generally of 3-years duration.. It covers the topics in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics Science and teaches its students how to prepare a proper diet for people, food management, components of a balanced diet, eating habits, and Lifestyle management, among others.

Eligibility

• Candidates can apply for undergraduate diploma, degree and certificates courses after passing class 12 board exams.
• Admission to 3-year diploma programmes offered by some government institutes is done on the basis of state level entrance exam.
• Admission to certificate and short-term diploma programmes is done directly after candidates have passed 10+2 exams.
• For B.Sc. programmes, it is essential for students to study Physics, Chemistry, and Biology till class 12.
• Some of the institutes offer B.Sc. courses in Nutrition and Dietetics on the basis of entrance exams; however others conduct admission on the basis of marks secured by applicants in class 12.

Syllabus

 Job Profiles

• Consultants
• Food Show Host
• Researcher
• Therapeutic Dietitian
• Sports Nutritionist
• Administrative Nutritionist
• Nutritional Sales Executive
• Nutrition Trainer

Average Fee

The average annual fee for completing this course ranges from INR 50,000- INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum. The yearly Annual fees range from as low as INR 10,000 to as high as INR 1,00,000. 

Average Salary

The average salary earned by candidates after passing BSc Nutrition and Dietetics courses range up to INR 5 Lakhs per annum. 

Sericulture

B.Sc Sericulture

• The duration of the course is 3 years and is divided into 6 semesters.The course that deals with the rearing of silkworms and the production of raw silk is called Sericulture.
• While there are UG and PG courses in the field, the UG programme, i.e., B.Sc Sericulture is most popular, and the competition for the limited seats available in this course are high.
• The duration of the course is three years. Most universities in India offer a Hons course in B.Sc Sericulture while some universities offer the same with subject combinations such as Botany, Zoology, Sericulture.
• The course covers topics related to various processes of Sericulture and Silk Farming. Through this course, students study techniques related to the rearing of silkworms to produce raw silk which is further used to manufacture silk clothes and products.

Courses in Sericulture

Eligibility:

Dairy Technology

Dairy Technology

Dairy Technology as it is famously known among the masses is a 4 year long undergraduate engineering degree course which involves training the admitted students extensively in the production, processing and quality control of dairy-related products. The minimum eligibility requisite is 10+2 or an equivalent qualification with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as their subjects.

Information on eligibility, admission procedure, exams, fee and other details is given below.

Dairy Technology: Dairy Technology is a course which focuses on dairy products and is a part of the food technology and processing industry. Students pursuing dairy technology learn about milk processing as well the manufacturing process for its by-products. The study includes quality control at the time of processing of products. Students involve in gaining technical knowledge about dairy processing equipment. This includes analysis by students on production units like dairy plants and ice cream units. The course focuses on pasteurisation an important aspect of dairy technology.

Eligibility:

UG courses: Candidates should clear Class 12th in Science stream with the minimum required percentage (usually 50% - 60%) as stipulated by a university/ college.

Syllabus of  BTech dairy technology:

BTech dairy technology is a four-year duration course typically spread over eight semesters. Subjects that are usually taught in BTech dairy technology include:

Scope & Opportunity:

The field of dairy technology plays an important role in India’s agriculture-based industry. The rapid expansion of dairy industry in India has created huge demand for skilled professionals in this field. Therefore, candidates pursuing a course in dairy technology have a lot of scope and career opportunities in this field.

A graduate in dairy technology can find jobs in both public and private sectors at places such as rural banks, manufacturing firms, milk product processing and dairy farms, etc. Given below are the job profiles available for dairy technology graduates

• Dairy Technologist: A dairy technologist is responsible for developing new and more effective methods of production, preservation, and utilization of dairy products using the principles of physics, chemistry, economics, engineering, and bacteriology.  
• Microbiologist: A microbiologist monitors and studies microbes such as bacteria, fungi and viruses by using a variety of analytical and scientific techniques. A microbiologist usually studies organisms that cause disease and environmental damage or are of agricultural or industrial interest. 
• Dairy Nutritionist: A dairy nutritionist is directly involved with the dietary management of dairy cattle herds. The main aim of a dairy nutritionist is to ensure maximum production while maintaining overall herd health.
• Dairy Scientist: A dairy scientist is an agricultural scientist who helps increasing milk production and streamlining milk processing. The scientist also helps in improving animal welfare and productivity through more efficient means of producing as well as using milk.
• Dairy Production Manager: A dairy production manager is responsible for assisting the manager in the financial and physical performance of the farm. The manager implements short and long term business plans and ensures optimizing the performance of the farm.
• Dairy Manager: A dairy manager is mostly involved with the supervision of workers in all aspects of dairy production such as preparing the required feed, maintaining the milking equipment, managing the herd, and so on.
• Logistics and Distribution Manager: The responsibility of a logistics and distribution manager is to organise the storage and distribution of goods. A logistic ensures that right products are delivered to the right location at the right time.
• Farm Manager: A farm manager is responsible for directing and coordinating worker activities such as irrigation, harvesting, grading, payroll, recordkeeping, etc. A farm manager sometimes also contracts with farmers for raising of crops or management of crop production.
• Quality Control Officer: A quality control officer’s responsibility is to ensure that dairy products meet the required quality and efficiency standards.

BTech Dairy Technology Salary:

A person holding a degree of B. Tech. Dairy Technology can expect to earn a starting salary of anywhere between 15000 INR to 65000 INR depending upon one’s chosen profile and skills.

Fee: Tuition fee for B. Tech. Dairy Technology ranges from INR 2 to 5 Lacs in various institutes. It may exceed this bracket in some private universities.

Bio - Technology

BSc Biotechnology

BSc Biotechnology is a 3- year undergraduate course, involving an advanced study of the cellular and bimolecular processes for the development of a variety of technologies and products that contribute to improving people’s lives and health. The course is divided across 6 semesters, of six months each .B.Sc. in biotechnology is a great career option.

Biotechnology is a combination of two subjects- Biology and Technology. Broadly speaking, it brings together concepts of Biology and Engineering and aims at putting concepts of both these subjects together, in a bid to enrich our lives and make innovative developments. Biotechnology is a rapidly developing sector. Advancements are being made at good pace in this sector. Big firms are pouring in big money into it and new business opportunities are developing in this sector. These things have led to huge increase in job openings in this sector.

Eligibility

Those who have qualified their 10+2 examination in the stream of Science or any equivalent examination with at least three of the subjects from amongst Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics and Information Technology at the intermediate level with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.

Syllabus

The syllabus followed by universities and colleges are as follows:

Career Prospects

• After B.Sc you can definitely go for M.Sc or other courses and then Ph. D if you want to get into hardcore research.MBA in Biotech is also a good option but only for those having interest in marketing, business, management can go for it.
• Biotechnology is termed as the second largest industry after Multimedia, having the potential of employment in the country. Graduates of the program after the successful completion of the course have major potential in report and analysis in fields of IT including Forex earning, patent registration.
• Candidates are trained in the field of Biotechnology to innovate and conduct laboratory work.B.Sc. (Hons.) in Biotechnology opens a wide arena of opportunity in fields of Medicine, Marine, Pharmaceutical, Industry, Agriculture, and Environment.
• They have scope in areas of Agricultural, Chemical, Energy industries, Food Industries and other such.
• They can become Sr.Research Associate, Biotechnology Expert, Lab Technician, Business Development Executive and other such.

 Job opportunities

• R & D Jobs in Companies as Research Interns.
• R & D Intern Jobs in Govt Labs.
• Academic Jobs in Pvt as well as govt Colleges & Universities.
• QA / QC Jobs.
• Clinical Research Jobs.
• Production Jobs in Pharma Industry

In-Demand Biotechnology Careers

• Biomedical Engineer.
• Biochemist.
• Medical Scientist.
• Biological/Clinical Technician.
• Microbiologist.
• Process Development Scientist.
• Biomanufacturing Specialists.
• Business Development Manager.

Average fees

• INR 2-3 Lakhs

Average Salary

• The average course salary offered to graduates of Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Biotechnology) course is INR 4 lakhs per annum. This amount varies according to the area of employment of the aspirant as well as his or her dedication, diligence and seniority at the workplace.