B.Sc ( Hons ) Agriculture

• Shivalik College makes its place among the best agriculture colleges in Dehradun by offering a strong academic foundation and practical exposure. Our program intends to equip the students with the knowledge and expertise of Agricultural Science, Crop Production, Horticulture, and Animal Husbandry.
• Along with theoretical training, the program also incorporates a wide range of field trips, industry exposure, expert guest lectures, workshops, and on-the-floor training tasks.
• The blend of a theoretical & practical-based curriculum and cutting-edge agricultural practices ensures that the teaching pedagogy becomes more interactive and effective. Therefore, students can choose from a wide range of career opportunities.
• This program conveys resident instructions in various domains for creating diverse career opportunities in agriculture.
• Shivalik College lays the foundation that assists students in practicing various agricultural farm operations.
• Shivalik College stands out as one of the best agriculture colleges in Dehradun with a strong focus on the holistic development of students. To make sure students get enough practical exposure, we integrate our curriculum with various farm activities that help students understand the implementation of theoretical learning in practical applications.
• The program lets students learn about the newest advancements in the fields of agriculture, like integrated nutrient management, integrated pest management, organic farming, and biofertilizers, along with fieldwork & field trips.

Why take this Course?

• Currently, the demand for B.Sc (Hons) agriculture graduates is high in the industry. What makes us one of the best agriculture colleges in Dehradun is our vision to provide world-class education and global academic standards.
• In the private sector, B.Sc (Hons) agriculture graduates can find jobs in food processing units, product marketing firms, pharm machinery industries, fertilizer manufacturing firms (agriculture inputs manufacturing firms), etc.
• They can aim for job roles like marketing representative, agriculture field manager, sales manager, territory manager, HR in corporate sectors (like fertilizer firms, pesticide companies, seed industries, etc.), and more.
• Graduates can get jobs in the state agriculture department, like RHEO, RAEO, FEO, Agriculture Supervisor, Assistant Agriculture Officer, District Agricultural Officer, District Horticulture Officer, and more.
• They can work as a Technical Assistant and Project Assistant in state agricultural universities, KVKs, Agriculture Field Officer in Nationalized Banks, Quality Control Officer in State/Central Warehouse Corporation, Junior and Senior Trainee in National Seed Corporation, Assistant Manager at IFFCO, KRIBHCO, and other fertilizer companies.
• They can pursue an M.Sc (Ag) degree and unlock higher-paying job opportunities.

Why choose Us?

• All the leading B.Sc. Agriculture colleges in Dehradun offer a curriculum designed to meet the evolving demands of the agri-sector. To match the academic standards, our program envisions promoting science-based agriculture and allied processes to assist the students in successfully competing in the national and international markets.
• Our course structure is based on the curriculum recommended by the Fifth Deans’ Committee of ICAR and adopted by SDSUV.
• In our academic framework, following global standards in agriculture, the students are taught all fundamental agriculture subjects, including soil preparation, sowing, manuring, irrigation, weeding, harvesting, and storage.
• Our extensive curriculum encourages the students in entrepreneurship and rural development.
• With practical exposure to agricultural practices, the students get an edge with a strong focus on enhancing technical skills. In addition, with FDPs (Faculty Development Programs) and expert guest lecturers, we also help the faculty members stay updated with the latest advancements.
• We facilitate students to gain field exposure, experimental learning, hands-on training, and the RAWE program, under the guidance of our competent faculty, international educational advisors, and visiting faculty.
• The students are regularly encouraged by imparting training and developing their soft skills (like communication skills) to make them employable.
• Student services like placement training support, counseling, personality grooming, etc., are provided to make sure students can survive in the competitive market.

Progressions & Career

Career:

Students can enter the workforce directly after completing B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, with opportunities available in both the government and private sectors. The top job roles for students after completion of their program include the following:

• Agriculture Research Scientist
• Extension Officer
• Agriculture Officer
• Plantation Manager
• Officer in Quality Assurance in Related Fields
• Production Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Subject Matter Specialist in different Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs)
• Field Officer
• Farm Manager
• Research Officer
• Food Processing Units
• Seed Technologies Firm
• Agri Field Officer in Nationalised Banks
• Seed Production Officer
• Marketing Managers in the fertilizer, pesticide, and insecticide industries, and other agro industries

Progression:

After completing the bachelor’s program from reputed agriculture colleges in Dehradun, many students prefer to pursue higher education to get opportunities in specialized roles for research, teaching, or government positions. Students can also pursue their education in management courses, specializing in the administration of the agricultural sector.

Following the completion of B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, students can pursue M.Sc. Agriculture with specialization in various disciplines, including:

• Agronomy
• Soil Science
• Genetics and Plant Breeding
• Plant Pathology
• Entomology
• Horticulture
• Vegetable Science
• Agri Economics
• Agri Extension

Students also explore management-oriented pathways such as an MBA in Agribusiness and Food Science, combining agricultural knowledge with business and industry insights.

The Shivalik Advantage

• Well-equipped Labs including Agronomy lab, Entomology lab, Pathology lab, Soil Science lab, Genetics & Plant Breeding lab, Horticulture lab, Agrometeorology lab, and Agrometeorology lab
• Incorporation of internships/projects as a mandatory component in the curriculum
• Experimental learning activities and field visits
• Shivalik College is the best B.Sc Agriculture College in Dehradun continuous encouragement of faculty for pursuing Ph.D., research, and advancement of qualification for interested students.
• Conducts diverse activity clubs for Innovation & all-round development required in any job in the Agriculture sector
• The placement cell provides accurate information about job opportunities in the field of interest.
• Provides exposure to the latest tools and technologies utilized in the area of Agriculture.
• Encourages the students on entrepreneurship and rural development.
• Nurtures creativity and innovation among the students by offering an outstanding academic environment, management skills, and ethical guidance required for lifelong learning as well as a productive career.
• Makes learning fun with tech fests and competitions

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