M.Sc. in Environmental Science 

at YSP, Himachal Pradesh - Other

As per NIRF report 2023, a total of 115 out of 345 BSc students were placed during the placement drive 2022. The table below showcases total students and students placed for BSc students during YS Parmar over the last three years:

The seat intake for BSc Horticulture at Dr. YSP University is around 42. The seat allocations are done on entrance exam and candidates performance in the last qualifying exam. 

The total seat intake for BSc in forestry is around 42 at Dr. YSP University. Candidates must make sure to qualify the BSc eligibility criteria to secure BSc seats. 

The majority of alumni are working in Education (41%), followed by Research (33%) among others. To know the function-wise alumni placements, students can see the pie chart below:

NOTE: The ‘Others’ category illustrates the combined data of diverse domains such as Engineering, Operations, Consulting, IT, Legal, Media and Communication, Military and Protective Services, Customer Success and Support and Arts and Design sectors.

DISCLAIMER: The statistics on alumni placements presented above were compiled from various online sources and hence, are indicative.

Candidates who have pursued an MSc in Environmental Science have a plethora of job opportunities in India. The list of core industries that an MSc Environmental Science graduate can work in is as follows:

• Director
• Lecturer & Professor
• Research Fellow
• Senior Catastrophe
• Risk Modeller
• Senior Programme Officer

The top government job profiles opted by MSc Environmental Science graduates are as follows:

• Senior Catastrophe Risk Modeller
• Executive Assistant

The top private job profiles opted by MSc Environmental Science graduates are as follows:

• Senior Programme Officer
• Environmental Technician

• Addressing Global Challenges: Environmental issues like climate change, pollution, resource depletion, and biodiversity loss are critical global challenges.

• Interdisciplinary Learning: This field integrates knowledge from various disciplines like Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Geology, and Social Sciences, providing a holistic understanding of environmental complexities.

• Diverse Career Opportunities: Graduates can pursue careers in government agencies, NGOs, consulting firms, research institutions, and private companies, working on environmental policy, conservation, sustainability, and more.

• Career Growth and Demand: With the increasing focus on sustainability and environmental protection, there's a growing demand for professionals with expertise in Environmental Science.

MSc Environmental Science graduates in India can explore various career opportunities across different sectors. Here are some common job options for individuals with a Master's degree in Environmental Science: