Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University, named in honour and memory of Sri Konda Laxman Bapuji, veteran freedom fighter and telangana protagonist, is the only horticultural university in the state and fourth in the Country. Horticulture is the growth engine of Telangana State and is the chief source of income to the economy of the state. It contributes approx 5.16% GSDP of the State. In India, Telangana State stands 3rd in area and 8th in production of fruits and vegetables. In view of the horticultural importance in the state, as emphasized in the 13th schedule of Andhra Pradesh Reorganization Act 2014 (Act No. 6 of 2014), the Government of Telangana through G.O. Ms. No. 31 & 32, dt: 22-12-2014, Agriculture and Cooperation (H & S) Department, by adapting with few modifications, the Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University Act – 2007 (Act No. 30 of 2007), established Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University (SKLTSHU) with headquarters at Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 500 030. The University Headquarters has now been shifted to Mulugu, Siddipet district - 502279. The University runs on the land grant pattern of the USA, with a mandate on Education, Research and Extension of horticulture domain. After bifurcation, the University (SKLTSHU) comprises two horticultural colleges and two horticultural polytechnics. Concerning the research part, the University has eleven Research stations, each focusing on conducting need based, location specific research on production, protection, post harvest technology and value addition of mandatory horticultural crops. Apart, the University is bestowed with Six All India Coordinated Research Centers working on mandatory crops viz., Fruits (Mango, Guava and Grapes), Vegetables, Tuber and Flower crops (Chrysanthemum, tuberose and gladiolus). On Extension part, the University is doing yeoman service through a Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) for disseminating the horticultural technical “Know-how” and “Do-how” information to the farmers, private and public entrepreneurs / stakeholders.
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Courses and Details
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.
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:
Private Sector job opportunities are available in areas such as
Career options
Syllabus
There are 4 major subjects in Horticulture i.e.
SEMESTER I |
SEMESTER II |
Introduction to soil science |
Fundamentals of statistics |
Crop physiology |
Elements of computer application |
Fundamentals of horticulture |
Plant parasitic nematode |
Plant propagation |
Tropical and subtropical fruits |
Fundamentals of extension education |
Fundamentals of food technology |
Growth development of horticulture crops |
Principles of genetics |
Tropical and subtropical vegetables |
Fundamentals of food technology |
Communication skills |
Introductory microbiology |
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Water management in horticulture crops |
SEMESTER III |
SEMESTER IV |
Temperate fruits |
Spices |
Ornamental horticulture |
Commercial floriculture |
Biochemistry |
Plantation crops |
Fundamentals of entomology |
Orchard management |
Principles of plant breeding |
Breeding of fruits |
Temperate vegetables |
Mushroom culture |
Tuber crops |
Environmental science |
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Insect ecology |
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Soil science I |
SEMESTER V |
SEMESTER VI |
Organic farming |
Remote sensing |
Introduction of major field crops |
Entrepreneurship development |
Introductory agroforestry |
Seed production |
Apiculture |
Medicinal and aromatic plants |
Post-harvest management |
Processing of horticulture crops |
Principles of plant biotechnology |
Horticulture business management |
Breeding and seed production |
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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
Semester I |
Environmental science |
Communication extension |
Extension practical |
Resource management |
Resource management practical |
Fashion studies |
Fashion studies practical |
Semester II |
English communications |
Fundamentals of nutrition |
Fundamentals of nutrition practical |
Life span development I |
Life span development I practical |
Fundamentals of textiles |
Fundamentals of textiles practical |
Semester III |
Physical sciences |
Physical sciences practical |
Life span development II |
Life span development II practical |
Nutrition for the family |
Nutrition for the family practical |
SEC I |
Semester IV |
Life sciences |
Life sciences practical |
Personal finance consumer science |
Personal finance consumer science practical |
Communication system social change |
Communication system social change practical |
SEC-2 |
Semester V |
SEC-3 |
DSE 1A-theory |
DSE 1A- practical |
DSE 2A-theory |
DSE 2A-practical |
DSE 3A-theory |
DSE 3A-practical |
Semester VI |
SEC-4 |
DSE 1B-theory |
DSE 1B- practical |
DSE 2B-theory |
DSE 2B-practical |
DSE 3B-theory |
DSE 3B-practical |
Home Science opens doors for job opportunities for successful graduates in fields such as
Researches are hired as
Some of the popular professional avenues open to such graduates are listed below with the corresponding salaries offered for the respective positions.
JOB POSITION |
JOB DESCRIPTION |
AVERAGE ANNUAL SALARY IN INR |
Food Analyst |
They examine food samples, food service records, and other data to determine sales appeal and costs of preparing and serving meals and beverages in establishments such as restaurants, cafeterias, etc. and taste food samples to determine palatability and customer appeal. |
INR 4,49,000 |
Chef/Cook |
They chop vegetables, prepare meals for cooking, and weigh and measure ingredients.. |
INR 9,64,000 |
Health Care Worker |
Healthcare Workers are often responsible for the health of members of communities which may not be cared for by traditional medical institutions. |
INR 5,45,000 |
Nutrition Expert |
Nutritionists provide customized information for specific individuals. A Dietician or Nutritionist might advise a client with high blood pressure to use less salt when preparing meals.. |
INR 6,40,000 |
Research Assistant |
Research Assistants are mostly found in the social science or laboratory setting. Research Assistants are often undergraduates looking to get credit for assisting professors in their research, and perform experiments under their supervision. |
INR 3,36,000 |
Scope for Higher Studies
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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
Syllabus
Year 1 |
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Semester 1 |
Semester 2 |
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Soft skills and communication skills |
Public health and nutrition |
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Human Physiology |
Human nutrition |
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Food and Nutrition |
Mother and child health |
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Food chemistry |
Nutritional Biochemistry |
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Year 2 |
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Semester 3 |
Semester 4 |
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Food microbiology |
Introduction to food science |
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Family meal and diet planning |
Science of bakery and confectionery |
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Food quality analysis |
Introduction to food preservation |
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Food industry management |
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Year 3 |
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Semester 5 |
Semester 6 |
Nutritional ethics |
Food Biotechnology |
Introduction to Dietetics |
Dietetics 2 |
Food packaging and marketing management |
Foodservice management |
Food processing operations and management |
Diet and patient counseling |
Job Profiles
Job profile |
Job Role |
Average Salary in INR |
Dietician (registered) |
Preparing diet charts for different individuals. The dietician’s role is to deal with clients and help them in reducing/increasing weights. They prepare charts for their clients on the basis of their health. |
INR 2.83 Lakhs |
Marketing Manager |
Preparing strategies for marketing your products and taking care of their proper implementation. A few dietitians also give talks to groups of people to educate them about proper eating and disease prevention. |
INR 5.84 Lakhs |
Clinical Dietician |
Taking care of the dietetic regime of the patients in a hospital. They are experts in nutrition who help clients maintain healthy lifestyles and achieve their health-related goals. They have a strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation. |
INR 2.13 Lakhs |
Nutritionist |
Looking over the nutritional requirements of common people. They are kind of food counselors who help in preparing the diet plans of the clients. They also work one to one with individuals. |
INR 4.52 Lakhs |
Research and Development Manager |
Taking care of new research in the field of Nutrition. They help in innovating new products and services that help in maintaining human health. |
INR 8.33 Lakhs |
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.
B.Sc Sericulture
Courses in Sericulture
Certificate Course |
Diploma Course |
Degree Courses |
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B.Sc. |
M.Sc. |
M.Phil |
P.HD. |
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Certificate in Sericulture |
Diploma in Sericulture |
Bachelor of Science in Sericulture |
Master of Science in Sericulture |
Master of Philosophy in Sericulture |
Doctor of Philosophy in Sericulture |
Eligibility:
Name of the Course
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Eligibility Criteria |
Marks |
Certificate in Sericulture |
The candidate must have passed 10th Board Examination and should have basic knowledge of Sericulture. |
Marks may vary from one institution to the other. |
Diploma in Sericulture |
Aspiring candidates should have passed their 10+2 Board Examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognized board of education. |
Marks may vary from one institution to the other. |
Bachelor of Science in Sericulture |
Aspiring candidates should have passed their 10+2 Board Examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) from a recognized board of education. |
Marks may vary from one College or University to the other. |
Master of Science in Sericulture |
The candidates must have passed their B.Sc. in Sericulture/B.Sc. in Horticulture/Agriculture or Degree from a University of Agricultural Studies under the 10+2+4 curriculum. |
Marks may vary from one College or University to the other. |
BSc Food Technology
Bachelor of Science [B.Sc.] Bachelor of Science or BSc in Food Technology is a full-time undergraduate program which is of 3-year duration. This program involves an advanced study of techniques and activities which are involved in preserving, processing and manufacturing of food. It is a universal industry and offers career opportunities worldwide.
Food science and technology is topical, interesting and satisfying and offers scope for expression, innovation, growth and personal development
Eligibility Criteria
Syllabus
Semester I |
Semester II |
Fundamentals of Food Processing |
Fundamentals of Milk Processing |
Introduction to Food Chemistry |
Food Analysis |
Basics of Food Microbiology |
Laws of Food and Quality Assurance |
Normal and Therapeutic Nutrition |
Concentrated and Dehydrated Milk Products |
Food Hygiene and Sanitation |
Fermented and Coagulated Milk Products |
Semester III |
Semester IV |
Technology of Cereals and Millets |
Processed Fruits and Vegetable Products |
Bakery and Confectionery Products |
Technology of Spices and Plantation Products |
Technology of Pulses and Oilseeds |
Packaging of Fresh and Processed Fruits |
Post-harvest Physiology and Handling of Fruits and Vegetables |
Introduction to Finance, Accounts and Auditing |
Principles of Fruits and Vegetables Technology |
Introduction to Business Laws and Ethics |
Semester V |
Semester VI |
Food Refrigeration and Cold Storage Technology |
Protein Chemistry and Technology |
Sugar and Confectionery Technology |
Emerging Technologies in Food Processing |
Food Chemistry |
Food Dehydration Technology |
Food Packaging |
Enzymology lab |
Food Additives |
Lab Analysis of Food Lab |
Career Prospects
A graduate in Food Technology can easily get numerous entry-level jobs in
Those who wish to pursue higher studies in the field of Food Technology can also pursue M.Sc.
Job Areas
Job Position |
Job Description |
Average Annual Salary |
Food Technologist |
The main job of a food technologist is to explore and grow new items and contribute in working towards enhancing the nature of existing food items. |
INR 10,00,000 |
Organic Chemist |
Organic Chemists tend to study and analyse the carbon-containing molecules. The Chemists need to characterize, produce and find applications for organic molecules. They also perform calculations and chemical reactions in order to enhance the food quality. |
INR 6,02,003 |
Technical Brewer |
Technical Brewer’s job is to handle a variety of specialized and administrative journeys which includes checking of the blending procedure, managing and maintaining the hardware involved. |
INR 6,60,236 |
Production Manager |
Production Managers are known for creating and executing plans for surveying, assessing, arranging and tallying plans of expenditure and time scales with customers and other managers. |
INR 7,18,149 |
Purchasing Manager |
The Purchasing Manager’s job is to design and facilitate the work of purchasers and specialists. They are known for ensuring that their organization secures the best quality and quantity of raw material for food. |
INR 7,14,557 |
Some of the topmost career choices after completion of B.Sc. Food Technology program are provided below:
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