Botany

No,  without having Biology as your core subject in Class 12, you are not eligible to opt for an MSc in Botany. Botany is a specialisation of Biology subject which includes topics like Genetics, Cell Biology, Microbiology, etc. 

Botany subject is considered one of the interesting specializations in Science. If you're confused about opting for an MSc in Botany, you must consider some aspects like your passion for Botany, your future career goals, the job market, financial considerations, networking opportunities, and your personal growth. Taking advice from your teachers or professionals would also help you in making an informed decision.

There are many reasons why being a Botanist will be beneficial to you:

Why not! If you have obtained your bachelor's degree in BSc Botany or a discipline related to Biology, you're eligible to go for an MSc in Botany. However, eligibility is not the only reason you should choose the MSc Botany course. Botany subject is all about studying the plant's life. If you're eager to learn, research, experiment, and make your career in this field, then you should go for it. 

MSc Botany is a 2-year postgraduation course that deals with the study of plants. As a Botany student, you'll get to study plant life, including its structure, growth, reproduction, metabolism, development, diseases, genetics, ecology, distribution, and evolution.

Yes, you can join the ISRO with an MSc Botany degree. ISRO generally hires people from various disciplines including Botany, as their work often involves remote sensing, environmental monitoring, and satellite-based studies which can intersect with botanical research.

Yes, being an MSc Botany student, you can work in the Pharmacy production department, although it might not be the most common path. For research, quality control, or regulatory affairs roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing and development, a botanical expert may not be preferred at times.

Admission to various courses at Bishop Moore College is on the basis of merit and available space. Bachelor of Science in Bishop Moore College is a three-year undergraduate programme. Candidates should have completed 10+2 examination issued by a recognised board or equivalent in English and Biology (Mathematics optional). The institute will check the class 12 marks of the candidates and ensure that they have an overall mark of at least 50% for the BSc programme.If the candidate falls under the reserved category (OBC, SC or ST), the threshold will be reduced to 45%.