Programme Overview

The Master of Science (Agriculture) in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry is a two-year post-graduation programme. It includes the study of soil formation, classification, and mapping of the physical, chemical, biological, and fertility properties of soils. This course provides knowledge about developing sustainable and manageable agricultural production strategies. It also concentrates on soil significance and importance as well as sustainable resources.

  • 2 Years

    Duration of programme

  • PG

    Level of Study

Key Highlights

Cutting-edge Soil Evaluation Laboratory
Well-Qualified & Highly-Experienced Faculty Members
Industrial Tour & On-The-Job Training
Extensive and Knowledge-Rich Library
Effective Placement and Strategic Consulting

How will you benefit

Students gain knowledge of various types of soil and how each type can vary agricultural processes.
It makes students talented to provide innovations for various issues coming up in sustainable agriculture.
This programme imparts skills in students such as applying percent agricultural practise as per the soil type, analysis of soil, and sustainable development.
In terms of job and career opportunities, the programme has a wide scope, as the advancement in modern agricultural techniques has opened the door for the appointment of fresh degree holders.

What will you study

Boost global soil knowledge with contemporary concepts.

Research advances agriculture, soil, the environment, and nations.

Foster graduates excel, impacting communities positively.

Conduct relevant basic and applied research to address problems.

  • PO-1. Students will gain knowledge of the concepts and principles of Soil Science.
  • PO-2. Comprehensive knowledge of rocks and minerals, their composition, and the types of soils formed from different parent materials
  • PO-3. Understand the role of soil-forming factors and processes in soil formation.
  • PO-4. Understand various soil physical, chemical, and biological properties and their impact on plant growth.
  • PO-5. The knowledge gained in this course will be useful in understanding the behaviour of soils in crop production and management.
  • PO-6. Imparts knowledge of essential nutrients, soil fertility, and nutrient transformations in soil.
  • PO-7. Manures, fertilisers, and soil fertility management through various approaches
  • PO-8. Useful in making decisions on a nutrient dose, choice of fertilisers, method of application, etc. practised in crop production.?

  • PSO-1. Get specific knowledge of various branches specialized to their studies.
  • PSO-2. Get detailed knowledge on the subject to improve the farmer’s condition through their contributions.
  • PSO-3. Gain detailed knowledge of soil physics, soil chemistry, soil microbiology, soil classification, soil fertility and fertilizers, and the importance of all sciences to the farmers.

  • PSO-4. Use appropriate scientific and statistical methods and evaluations for decision-making in various sectors of agriculture.??

  • PEO-1. Students will receive comprehensive education covering advanced concepts and practical applications in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistr

  • PEO-2. The program aims to cultivate skilled and efficient human resources equipped to undertake research on sustainable crop and natural resource management in the plains.
  • PEO-3. Emphasis will be placed on conducting research related to crop and natural resource management, with a focus on sustainability.
  • PEO-4. The acquired knowledge and skills will be extended to farmers, promoting the dissemination of valuable information within the agricultural community.


Curriculum

  • Soil Chemistry
  • Soil Mineralogy | Genesis | Classification and Survey
  • Soil Biology and Biochemistry
  • Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques for Soil and Crop Studies
  • Principle and Practices of Water Management
  • Principle and Practices of Organic Farming
  • Statistical Methods and Applied Sciences
  • Library and Information Services
  • Technical Writing & Communication Skills
  • Intellectual Property its Management in Agriculture

  • Soil Physics
  • Soil Fertility and Fertilizer use
  • Soil Water and Air Pollution
  • Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management
  • Principles and Practices of Weed Management
  • Experimental Design
  • Basic Concepts in Laboratory Techniques
  • Agriculture Research
  • Research
  • Ethics and Rural Development Program

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Subject Matter Specialist
Senior Research Fellow
Soil Survey Officer
Senior Lab Assistant

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

B.Sc. in (Agriculture/Forestry), or any other relevant equivalent degree

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