MSc Botany degree at Shoolini University is dedicated to the scientific study of plants, including lichens, fungi, bacteria and viruses. The objective of this course is to build a strong background in plant biodiversity, ecology, physiology, and cell molecular biology, cytogenetics, biochemistry, biotechnology, reproductive biology, morphogenesis and anatomy, metabolism of biomolecules and immunology, fungi and microbes. The results of botanical research increase and improve our supply of medicines, fibers, building materials, foods and other plant products.
Students at Shoolini University enjoy state-of-the-art infrastructure, including labs and a well-equipped online library, is available to equip students with the right skills.
Most of the faculty is an alumnus of global universities like Oxford, NIH, NCI, Johns Hopkins Medical School, as well as some of the top universities of India like IISc, JNU, DU, and ZSI. Many faculty members regularly receive grants from National and International funding agencies.
Some students have also received a JRF of Rs 30,000 per month.
Key areas of research
Diversity of Vascular and Non-Vascular Plants | Advanced Plant Systematics | Plant Physiology | Plant Pathology and Microbiology | Cell Biology and Genetics | Ecology | Biostatistics | Environmental Sciences | Developmental Biology | Plant Biotechnology and Plant Tissue Culture | Evolutionary Biology | Biochemistry | Recombinant DNA technology and Bioinformatics | Advances in Molecular Biology
Career Opportunities in MSc Botany
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who teaches MSc Botany (Research) at Shoolini University?
Shoolini University has experienced research-oriented faculty from top national and international institutions such as Oxford, (USA), NIH (USA), and IISc Bangalore. Their life learnings also form a part of the grooming process of budding scientists.
How do you expose students to industry experience?
Our students get the opportunity to learn from and interact with the topmost experts in their respective fields of expertise. They are encouraged to participate in talks, excursions and exchange programs with reputed universities abroad to keep abreast of the latest findings in their areas of research.
Is practical training a part of MSc Botany (Research)?
Yes, Shoolini has state-of-the-art infrastructure, including laboratories where students get the opportunity to perform research experiments. Our focus is on innovation in research and application. This helps our students to think outside the box and conduct new and cutting-edge research in biology and environmental sciences.
What are the placement opportunities available for students who have completed MSc Botany (Research) at Shoolini University?
Our fully functional Placement Cell, run by experts, has tie-ups with industry giants who visit the Shoolini campus during Placement Week for on-the-spot placements. Our 'Mission 130' aims at 100 per cent employability of students with 30 per cent in top companies.
Do you have a strong alumni network?
Yes, we have a strong alumni network. The Shoolini Alumni Association organises an alumni meet every year where alumni share knowledge and expertise with current students. We also invite notable alumni for expert talks.
Course Details
Eligibility: BSc/ B Tech with Botany as one of the subjects with minimum 60% marks
Admission Criteria: Shoolini University's multiple choice entrance test (SU-SAT)
Duration: 2 years
Semester Fee
Himachal Pradesh Domicile : ₹60000
Others : ₹75000
Admissions Open: 2023
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