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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are a few colleges in India offering MSc in Botany in distance mode. Here are a few examples for your reference:
| MSc Botany Distance Colleges in India | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Yashwantrao University, Visakhapatnam | INR 34,000 |
| Vidyasagar University | INR 14,000 - 41,000 |
| Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University | - |
| Madhya Pradesh Bhoj Open University | INR 18,000 |
| Vardhman Mahaveer Open University | INR 32,400 |
| Directorate of Distance Education, Alagappa University | INR 40,000 |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Pursuing an MSc in Botany is more about studying plant life while researching and developing medicines and treatments for diseases. The highest-paying job in this field is of a Researcher. The average salary of a Researcher in India is INR 7.8 LPA. However, the salary packages vary depending on factors like company, geographical location, designation, skills, etc.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
MSc Botany will offer you in-depth knowledge about plant life. You'll get to study everything from structure, growth, and reproduction to distribution, genetics, and evolution. Some major topics covered in the course curriculum are Microbiology, Genetics & Genomics, Phycology, Plant Anatomy & Development Biology, etc.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No! IIT JAM is a test conducted for MSc course admissions at IITs and NITs. Since IIT does not provide an MSc in Botany course, IIT JAM exam scores are not accepted for admission to MSc Botany.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are more than 1,200 MSc Botany colleges in India and these colleges offer admission on both entrance exam and merit basis. CPGET, CUET-PG, Andhra Pradesh PGCET, URATPG, and MAH CET are some of the most popular entrance exams conducted by MSc Botany colleges for admissions.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
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.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
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.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are many reasons why being a Botanist will be beneficial to you:
- You'll get vast career opportunities in the Research & Development of new medicines and treatments.
- As a Botanist, you'll get to explore new places as a part of your work.
- You can choose a specific specialisation in MSc Botany such as Cell Biology, Economic Botany, Ecosystem Ecology, Genetics, and more.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
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.
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