Botany

Botany is the study of the Anatomy and Chemical activities of plants. Horticultural Science is the study, research, and practice of plant cultivation, propagation, breeding, crop production, and plant physiology. Many individuals consider these two occupations to be nearly identical. Many times, the two disciplines of Science collaborate closely to improve agriculture. There may be significant overlap between the two categories.These plant-based Science research, however, have numerous key peculiarities. Horticulture is the applied Science of gardening, whereas botanists study plant theory. Given that both jobs provide a diverse range of positions, the best method to determine how much candidates will earn is to decide what they want to accomplish with their knowledge. It may be simpler to consider the exact job they desire before deciding on a degree.

MSc Zoology and MSc Botany are two distinct fields of study within the realm of biological sciences. Both programs provide students with a deeper understanding of the natural world, focusing on different aspects of the plant and animal kingdoms. Candidates can look at the table below to know the comparison between the two.ParticularsMSc ZoologyMSc BotanyCourse LevelPostgraduatePostgraduateCourse Duration2 years2 yearsCourse FeeINR 10,000 to 50,000INR 25, 000 to INR 1,20,000Entrance ExamsCPGET, CUET PG, URAT PG, Andhra Pradesh PGCET, etc.CUET PG, BHU PET, DUET, TUEE, AUCETPopular CollegesBanaras Hindu University, Calcutta University, Bharathiar University, Osmania UniversityBanaras Hindu University, Calcutta University, Bharathiar University, Osmania UniversityJob ProfilesZoologist, conservationist, wildlife biologist, wildlife educator, zoology faculty, zoology researcher and lab technicianTeacher, Professor, Botanist, Researcher, Medical Coder, Data AnalystAverage Annual SalaryINR 4 to 8 lakhINR 10 LPA - INR 3.6 LPATop RecruitersAgrochemical Companies, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Animal Clinics, Environmental and Ecosystem Management Sector, Aquariums, Medical Research, etc.Kalsec, Convergys, Synergy Flavors, Boston, Frutarom Industries, AT Kearney

Yes, you can continue with Agriculture soon after your BZC (Botany, Zoology, Chemistry). Since you are trained in the biological sciences, the fundamental disciplines including plant breeding, genetics, agronomy and soil Science fall under your area of interest, having association with botany and chemistry. But in some universities, there may be certain basic requirements or foundation courses before the students can take the actual programme that one may cover areas such as agriculture, horticulture or entomology. That is why it is necessary to pay special attention to the requirements for receiving education in the given university or the given institution. You may also be required to write entrance tests like ICAR or CET.