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Master of Science in Vegetable
Post Graduate
2 Years
B.Tech in Civil Engineering deals with the Development, Design,
Construction, and Management of Infrastructure.
About the Programme
The M.Sc. in Vegetable Science focuses on scientific cultivation, breeding, and post-harvest management of vegetable crops. Students gain knowledge of varietal improvement, nutritional aspects, and protected cultivation methods such as hydroponics and polyhouse farming. With the growing demand for high-value vegetables and global concerns about nutrition security, professionals in this field are highly sought after in agribusiness, seed companies, and research institutions.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or allied disciplines with at least 50% marks.
- Admission through entrance test or merit.
Program Outcomes
Crop Improvement
Skills in hybridization, genetic enhancement, and biotechnology for vegetable crops.
Protected Cultivation
Mastery of polyhouse, greenhouse, and hydroponics technologies.
Pest & Disease Management
Integrated approaches to protect vegetable crops.
Post-Harvest Management
Techniques for storage, packaging, and value addition.
Nutritional Awareness
Understanding of the role of vegetables in human health.
Market Orientation
Skills in vegetable marketing, supply chains, and exports.
Entrepreneurship Development
Training for startups in seed production and vegetable farming.
Research Competence
Conducting experiments in vegetable breeding and crop physiology.
Sustainability Practices
Adoption of organic and eco-friendly cultivation methods.
Extension Readiness
Capability to guide farmers in modern vegetable production.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
01
To prepare professionals with expertise in vegetable crop production and breeding.
02
To promote innovative research for nutritional security and improved varieties.
03
To nurture entrepreneurship in vegetable farming and seed industry.
04
To foster sustainable and eco-friendly cultivation practices.
05
To build capacity for leadership in horticulture and agri-business sectors.
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Career path you can
choose after the course
- Vegetable Breeder/Scientist
- Protected Cultivation Specialist
- Agribusiness Consultant
- Seed Production Manager
- Post-Harvest Technologist
- Export/Marketing Consultant
- Researcher/Academician
Students of this programme are placed in companies with an
average annual
package of 3.51 LPA to 12.00 LPA
