M.Sc. Genetics & Plant Breeding

The M.Sc. Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) Program at Graphic Era Hill University offers a wide range of career opportunities in the field of genetics and plant breeding. Graduates of this program can find jobs in a wide array of industries, including:

• Plant Breeding Companies: Graduates of this program can find employment in plant breeding companies, where they can work as plant breeders, geneticists, or biotechnologists.
• Agricultural Research Organizations: Graduates of this program can find employment in agricultural research organizations, where they can work as research scientists or research associates.
• Government Agencies: Graduates of this program can find employment in government agencies, where they can work as agricultural officers, plant inspectors, or research officers.
• Academic Institutions: Graduates of this program can find employment in academic institutions, where they can work as professors or research scholars.
• Entrepreneurship: Graduates of this program can also choose to start their own businesses in the field of genetics and plant breeding. They can start their own plant breeding companies, offer consulting services to agricultural businesses, or develop new plant breeding technologies.

The M.Sc. Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) Program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of plant genetics, breeding, and biotechnology. The program offers several key highlights that make it stand out from other postgraduate programs in this field. Some of these highlights include:

• Experienced Faculty: The program is taught by an expert team of teachers who have gained immense experience in teaching and research. These faculty members provide students with the guidance and support required to succeed in this program.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: The program is supported by state-of-the-art facilities, including a well-equipped laboratory and a plant breeding farm. This provides students with access to the latest technologies and equipment required for research in this field.
• Industry Exposure: The program offers students the opportunity to gain exposure to the industry by engaging with leading companies in the field of genetics and plant breeding. This exposure helps students gain valuable insights into the industry and prepares them for a career in this field.
• Curriculum: M.Sc. Genetics & Plant Breeding Program is a two-year program that is divided into four semesters. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of genetics, genomics, and plant breeding techniques. The program incorporates a research-based approach that provides students with hands-on experience in plant genetics and breeding techniques. This ensures that students are equipped with the skills required to conduct research in this field. A few key areas covered by the program include:
• Plant Genetics and Genomics: The program covers the principles of plant genetics and genomics, including DNA structure and function, gene expression, and genetic mapping.
• Plant Breeding: The program covers the principles of plant breeding, including plant breeding methods, selection techniques, and hybridization.
• Biotechnology: The program covers the principles of biotechnology and its applications in plant breeding, including genetic engineering and marker-assisted selection.
• Research Methodology: The program covers the principles of research methodology, including research design, data analysis, and scientific writing.