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About the Department The Department of Botany was established in 2024 at our prestigious college. It features well-equipped laboratories with modern instruments and apparatus, providing a strong foundation for scientific exploration. The department is committed to enhancing the teaching-learning process by delivering high-quality lectures while also emphasizing hands-on experience through practical classes and research projects. The Department of Botany is well-equipped with diverse learning resources, including charts, slides, models, and a herbarium, fostering independent learning among students. It offers comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs covering various aspects of plant sciences. The curriculum includes plant and microbial classification and systematics, biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular genetics. Students delve into key disciplines such as ethnobotany, economic botany, plant physiology, flora conservation, and Indian ecology. Additionally, the program emphasizes environmental studies, biotechnology, cytogenetics, biostatistics, microbial techniques, and industrial and environmental microbiology, ensuring a strong foundation in both theoretical concepts and practical applications in plant sciences. In addition, students have the opportunity to choose from a variety of additional, skill-enhancement, and discipline-specific courses. The curriculum integrates classroom lectures, seminars, practical sessions, field studies, instructional excursions, and dissertation work to provide a comprehensive learning experience. The department boasts a team of highly experienced faculty members, specializing in diverse fields of plant sciences. Their expertise is reflected in their extensive research contributions, with publications in esteemed national and international journals
About the Course:
The M.Sc. program is a two-year course structured across four semesters. Designed for graduates seeking specialization in science, the program offers Master of Science degrees in various subjects, with specializations in areas such as Plant Physiology, Plant Biochemistry, and Ethnobotany. Students gain both theoretical and practical expertise through hands-on experiments conducted under faculty supervision. In the second year, they are also required to complete a dissertation or project, fostering research skills and deeper subject understanding.
To provide modern, skill oriented and quality education to the students contributing in the process of social development.
The department aims to provide a broad and relevant education, fostering scientific temperament and environmental awareness among students. It strives to empower them with the skills and knowledge needed to confidently face life’s challenges and shape their own future. Additionally, the program introduces students to modern ideas and innovations, preparing them to thrive in a globally competitive world.
To impart quality education in the fields of Botany to make the students acquire an in-depth knowledge relevant to local, regional and national needs.
To adequately equip the students to apply themselves meaningfully in any activity requiring botanical expertise.
To produce well trained careers and inculcate the concept of conservation of biodiversity.
To provide a wide-spectrum comprehension of aspects of plants.
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must have completed a Bachelor’s degree under the (10+2+3) education system in B.Sc. Medical/Life Sciences, with Botany as one of the subjects. A minimum aggregate of 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA is required for General category candidates, 45% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST candidates. The degree must be obtained from an institute or university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi.
Fee details:
First Semester Fee: Rs. 25000
Second sem onwards: Rs. 25000
First year fee: Rs.50000
Second year fee: Rs.50000
Scheme of Examination
Theory: Duration: 3 Hrs; Maximum:- 40 Marks; Passing Min.: – 16 Marks.
Practical Lab: Duration – 3 Hrs; Maximum: – 20 Marks; Passing Min. – 08 Marks.
Programme Outcomes:
Students will gain in-depth knowledge of the classification, significance, and structural characteristics of fungi, algae, bryophytes, pteridophytes, and other lower plants, along with their life cycles and ecological roles. The curriculum covers plant diseases, growth patterns, plant diversity, and the biology, metabolism, and structural variations among different plant groups. Additionally, students will be introduced to advanced technologies such as biotechnology, molecular biology, remote sensing, and computer applications in botany. They will also develop proficiency in using various scientific instruments essential for plant sciences research.
Syllabus:
The proposed syllabus will be regulated by Himachal Pradesh University, Summer Hill, Shimla, H. P. – 171005.
OUTLINE OF COURSES FOR M. Sc. BOTANY
Choice Based Credit System
Course Code | Course Name | L+T+P | Credits |
SEMESTER – I | |||
MBOT-101 | Biology and Diversity of Algae and Fungi | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-101 (P) | Biology and Diversity of Algae and Fungi – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-102 | Cell and Molecular Biology (Common with MZOO-102) | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-102 (P) | Cell and Molecular Biology – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-103 | Biochemistry and Metabolism (Common Course with MZOO103) | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-103 (P) | Biochemistry and Metabolism – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-104 | Tools and Techniques in Biological Sciences (Common with MZOO-104) | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-104 (P) | Tools and Techniques in Biological Sciences – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
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| Total | 24 |
SEMESTER – II | |||
MBOT-201 | Biology and Diversity of Microbes and Plant Pathogens | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT 201-(P) | Biology and Diversity of Microbes and Plant Pathogens – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-202 | Ecology and Environment (Common with MZOO-202) | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT 202-(P) | Ecology and Environment – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-203 | Cytogenetics and Evolution (Common with MZOO-203) | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT 203-(P) | Cytogenetics and Evolution – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-204 | Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (Common with MZOO-204) | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT 204-(P) | Biostatistics and Bioinformatics – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
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| Total | 24 |
SEMESTER – III | |||
MBOT-301 | Biology and Diversity of Bryophytes and Pteridophytes | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-301 (P) | Biology and Diversity of Bryophytes and Pteridophytes – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-302 | Plant Physiology | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-302 (P) | Plant Physiology – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-303 | Biology and Diversity of Gymnosperms | 3+1+0 0+0+2 | 4 2 |
MBOT-303 (P) | Biology and Diversity of Gymnosperms – Practical | ||
MBOT-304 | Plant Biotechnology | ||
MBOT-304 (P) | Plant Biotechnology – Practical | ||
MBOT-305 | Plant Propagation Techniques | ||
MBOT-305 (P) | Plant Propagation Techniques – Practical | ||
Note: Select one Course of theory and one Course of practical out of MBOT-303, MBOT-304 and MBOT-305 | |||
MBOT-306 | Biology and Diversity of Angiosperms | 3+1+0 0+0+2 | 4 2 |
MBOT-306 (P) | Biology and Diversity of Angiosperms – Practical | ||
MBOT-307 | Tissue Culture and Horticultural Sciences | ||
MBOT-307 (P) | Tissue Culture and Horticultural Sciences – Practical | ||
MBOT-308 | Wood Science and Forest Biodiversity | ||
MBOT-308 (P) | Wood Science and Forest Biodiversity – Practical | ||
Note: Select one Course of theory and one Course of practical out of MBOT-306, MBOT-307 and MBOT-308 | |||
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| Total | 24 |
SEMESTER – IV | |||
MBOT-401 | Anatomy, Palynology and Reproductive Biology of Angiosperms | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-401 (P) | Anatomy, Palynology and Reproductive Biology of Angiosperms – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
MBOT-402 | Plant Resource Utilization and Breeding | 3+1+0 | 4 |
MBOT-402 (P) | Plant Resource Utilization and Breeding – Practical | 0+0+2 | 2 |
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MBOT-403(i) | Advances in Mycology and Plant Pathology | 3+1+0 0+0+2 3+1+0 0+0+2 | 4 2 4 2 |
MBOT-403(i) (P) | Advances in Mycology and Plant Pathology – Practical | ||
MBOT-403(ii) | Advances in Applied Microbiology | ||
MBOT-403(ii) (P) | Advances in Applied Microbiology – Practical | ||
MBOT-404(i) | Ethnobotany and Biodiversity Conservation | ||
MBOT-404(ii) (P) | Ethnobotany and Biodiversity Conservation – Practical | ||
MBOT-404(i) | Ethnobotany, Bioprospecting and Traditional Knowledge | ||
MBOT-404(ii) (P) | Ethnobotany, Bioprospecting and Traditional Knowledge – Practical | ||
MBOT-405(i) | Advances in Plant Physiology and Biochemistry – I | ||
MBOT-405(ii) (P) | Advances in Plant Physiology and Biochemistry – I Practical | ||
MBOT-405(i) | Advances in Plant Physiology and Biochemistry – II | ||
MBOT-405(ii) (P) | Advances in Plant Physiology and Biochemistry – II Practical | ||
MBOT-406(i) | Phytochemistry and Palynology of Plant Kingdom – I | ||
MBOT-406(ii) (P) | Phytochemistry and Palynology of Plant Kingdom – I Practical | ||
MBOT-406(i) | Phytochemistry and Palynology of Plant Kingdom – II | ||
MBOT-406(ii) (P) | Phytochemistry and Palynology of Plant Kingdom – II Practical | ||
Note: Select one Specialization with two Courses of theory and two Courses of practical out of MBOT-403, MBOT-404, MBOT-405, MBOT-406 | |||
MBOT-407 | PROJECT (Assigned in the 3rd Semester and goes until 4th Semester) | 4 | 4 |
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| Total | 28 |
| Total Credits (Semester I+II+III+IV = 24+24+24+28) | 100 | |
