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Ph.D. (Fruit Science)
Doctoral
3 Years
B.Tech in Civil Engineering deals with the Development, Design,
Construction, and Management of Infrastructure.
About the Programme
Guru Kashi University’s Ph.D. in Fruit Science delves into advanced horticultural research, covering fruit breeding, physiology, crop improvement, post-harvest management, and biotechnology applications. Scholars develop expertise in both tropical and temperate fruit crops.
India’s expanding horticulture sector demands skilled researchers to improve productivity, ensure post-harvest quality, and develop export-oriented fruit varieties, making this program highly relevant to industry and agriculture alike.
Eligibility Criteria
- M.Sc. in Horticulture (Fruit Science) or allied disciplines with 55% marks.
- Admission through entrance examination and interview.
Program Outcomes
Fruit Crop Improvement
Develop high-yielding, disease-resistant fruit varieties.
Biotechnological Applications
Utilize molecular tools in fruit crop research.
Post-Harvest Technology
Innovate storage and value-addition techniques.
Climate Adaptation Research
Assess resilience of fruit crops to climate change.
Export-Oriented Studies
Enhance fruit quality for international markets.
Interdisciplinary Skills
Collaborate with genetics, pathology, and agronomy.
Teaching Competence
Build capacity for academic roles in horticulture.
Knowledge Dissemination
Publish impactful research on fruit science.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
01
Advanced Research – Cultivate high-level research in fruit breeding and physiology.
02
Industry Relevance – Support horticulture and food processing industries.
03
Global Perspective – Train scholars to address global fruit production challenges.
04
Leadership Development – Prepare leaders in horticultural education and research.
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Career path you can
choose after the course
- Horticulture Scientist / Professor
- Fruit Crop Breeder
- Post-Harvest Technologist
- Consultant in Food Processing Industry
- Government Agricultural Scientist
- International Horticultural Researcher
Students of this programme are placed in companies with an
average annual
package of 3.51 LPA to 12.00 LPA
