Master of Science Botany

Overview

Botany is a core subject of Biological Sciences and the forefather of many applied subjects. Plants are of paramount importance to human existence, providing food, medicine, shelter, and environmental sustenance. The M.Sc. Botany program at mLAC combines rigorous academic study with practical laboratory components and workshops.

The curriculum includes the study of morphology, anatomical structures, biochemical processes, plant classification, and the interaction of plants with their physical environments. Students are encouraged to engage in active research throughout the program.

Eligibility

• B.Sc. with Life Science subjects, having Botany as a core subject.
• A minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university or institution.
• Final year students awaiting results are eligible to apply (must clear before admission finalization).

Cognate Subjects

Botany

Affiliations

Bengaluru City University

Career Prospects

Successful graduates are recruited as Botanists, Ecologists, Plant Pathologists, and Taxonomists. They can also pursue research at national institutes such as:

• Botanical Survey of India
• Forest Research Institute
• Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
• National Botanical Research Institute

Students are prepared for national-level exams like CSIR-NET and JRF to qualify for research and teaching professions.

Employability

Botany offers opportunities across Agriculture, Environmental Conservation, Health Care, Medicine, and Industrial R&D.

Program Outcome

• Understand the complexity and essentiality of plants for the sustenance of life.
• Develop cognitive skills for futuristic approaches in plant sciences.
• Apply knowledge to develop sustainable and eco-friendly technology in Industrial Botany.
• Demonstrate a meticulous scientific approach to environmental issues.

Syllabus

Title	Date	Action
M.Sc. Botany Syllabus	25 Jan, 2024	Download