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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Botany courses are available at various levels like UG, PG, Doctorate, Diploma, and Certifications, so the eligibility criteria also vary. Here is the general idea of eligibility criteria for Botany courses:
UG: Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB subjects and a minimum of 50% aggregate score from a recognised board.
PG: A bachelor's degree in BSc Botany or any relevant discipline from a recognised university.
Doctorate: Master's degree in MSc Botany or any relevant discipline from a recognised university.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Botany courses are available at various levels like UG, PG, Doctorate, Diploma, and Certifications. You can either go for the BSc Botany program, which is a 3-year long undergraduate degree course or you can opt for a Diploma or certification in a specific Botany specialization.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Botany students can opt for roles such as Research Scientists, Plant Biotechnologists, or Environmental Consultants. They may also work in the Agriculture sector as Crop Scientists or Plant Breeders, in Conservation as Wildlife Biologists, or in Academia as Lecturers. Other options include working with botanical gardens, in pharmaceuticals for drug development, or in environmental NGOs focusing on sustainability. Opportunities in government agencies for forest management or natural resource management are also popular.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
It depends on your aptitude, background, study habits, and personal interests. However, it's important to understand that an MSc program, including an MSc Botany, is a PG-level programme and is generally more academically demanding than undergraduate studies.
Academic Background: Your undergraduate preparation and prior knowledge in botany and related sciences will influence your experience. If one has a strong foundation in Biology and Botany, they may find it less challenging. An MSc in Botany can be intellectually challenging due to its specialised coursework and research requirements.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Botany is not typically a subject in the core curriculum of an MBBS program. MBBS focuses on medical sciences, Human Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, and Clinical Medicine. It is designed to train medical doctors to diagnose, treat, and prevent human illnesses. Meanwhile, Botany is the scientific study of plants.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Zoology is the scientific study of animals, covering a wide range of species from microscopic organisms to complex vertebrates. It encompasses areas like animal behaviour, physiology, anatomy, genetics, evolution, and ecology.
Botany is the scientific study of plants, including algae, fungi, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms, and flowering plants. It covers plant Anatomy, Physiology, Taxonomy, Ecology, Genetics, and evolution.
Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two courses.
Parameters | Botany | Zoology |
|---|---|---|
Course Level | UG, PG, PhD, Diploma | UG, PG, PhD |
Course Duration | 2-3 years | 2-3 years |
Course Fee | INR 1,500 - INR 5.3 Lakh | INR 2,000 - INR 3 Lakh |
Entrance Exams | CUET, CPGET, CUET PG, etc. | CUET, CPGET, CUET PG, URAT PG, etc. |
Popular Colleges | Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, Calcutta University, Aligarh Muslim University, etc. | Banaras Hindu University, Delhi University, Calcutta University, Aligarh Muslim University, etc. |
Job Profiles | Ecologist, Plant Breeder, Horticulturist, Plant Physiologist, etc. | Zoologist, conservationist, wildlife biologist, wildlife educator, etc. |
Average Salary | INR 1.4 LPA - INR 8.2 LPA | INR 4 LPA - INR 5 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Department of Agriculture, Environmental Protection Agency, Forest Service, Nature Conservancy, Seed Company, Horticulture Companies, etc. | Indian Forest Service (IFS), Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), etc. |
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