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Career Options in Sciences

Physical Sciences

Physical science is the study of physics and chemistry of nature. It overlaps life sciences in a way to include ecology and the evidence of historical facts of evolution.

Physical Sciences

Astronomy is a combination of physics, chemistry and mathematical principles/rules. Astrophysics can be called its offshoot. It deals with detailed study of the physical, chemical and dynamic properties of celestial objects. It also deals with the phenomena over and above Earth's atmosphere. There is associated study of calculations of orbits, gravitational forces, satellites, meteors, galaxies, comets, stars, planetary objects, planets, satellites etc. In Astrophysics, we explore and ensure properties/nature of the astronomical objects with the help of laws of physics and chemistry. There is also the field of Cosmology which studies the origin and evolution of the universe.

Eligibilty

10+2 with PCM

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Agricultural Science

Agricultural Science is the study of production of food and other goods i.e. plants and living organisms in a systematic and controlled manner. This field incorporates management of farms, horticulture and agri-business activities. It also gives insights of agrarian scenario of the country and its agriculture industry that manufacture agricultural machinery and equipment and is involved in procurement and processing of agri-products. It also studies banking activities for financing and developing farms, research and development for the purpose of improving capacity and quality of farm products and so on.

Agricultural science students can specialize in agricultural production and livestock.

Eligibilty

10+2 or equivalent having passed with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Math or Agriculture stream

Certificate/Diploma Courses

Eligibility - A pass in the Higher Secondary Examination (10+2) or equivalent with related subjects

Biological Science

Biological Science studies life and living organisms, their life cycles, adaptations and environment. There are various fields of study under the biological sciences including biochemistry, microbiology and evolutionary biology.

Eligibility

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as compulsory subjects

Courses

Biotechnology

Biotechnology is utilizing the sciences of biology, chemistry, physics, engineering and information technology to develop tools and products to apply to living cells/organisms.

Genetic Engineering

Genetic engineering is the study of knowledge obtained from genetics to alter the reproduction and hereditary processes of organisms. It deals in cloning, in-vitro fertilization, species hybridization or direct manipulation of the genetic material itself by the recombinant DNA technique.

Plant Tissue Culture

Functions in the field of in-vitro regeneration and propagation of plantlets, a Tissue Culture specialist may also be involved in plant germ plasma conservation.

Plant Genetics

Activities to improve plants by evolving new horticultural varieties through hybridization, this work is generally carried out in the laboratories.

Eligibility & Courses

Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi conducts the Combined Entrance examination for admission to M.Sc./M.Sc. (Agri.)/M.V.Sc.(Animal) Biotech/M. Tech Biotechnology in association with other universities in India. Candidates who have done their B. Sc. in physical, biological, agricultural, veterinary and fishery sciences, pharmacy, engineering, technology or medicine can take up this examination.

Education Abroad

The Ministry of Science and Technology awards the Biotechnology Overseas Associateship for advanced research in molecular biology, microbial genetics, gene therapy, virology, tissue culture and soon.

Computer Applications

The Computer Applications course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to expand and apply technological knowledge.

Eligibility

10+2 or equivalent

Courses

Note:   Computer Application Courses are also offered by various private institutions. Therefore, aspirants are advised to ensure the recognition and approved courses prior to admission.

Computer Science

Computer science is one of the known courses among engineering aspirants which aims on the basic elements of computer programming and networking. This course includes knowledge of design, implementation and management of information system of both hardware and software. It deals principally with the theory of computation and design of computational systems.

Eligibility

10+2 with (PCM) and followed by Entrance Test

Courses offered by NIELT (DOEACC)

Courses

UG Courses

• B.E. / B. Tech (Comp. Science, Info. Science, Info Tech)
• B. Sc. (CS, IT, IS)
• BCA.

PG Courses

• ME / M. Tech
• MCA.
• M. Sc. (CS, IT)
• PGDIT, PGDCA, etc.

Doctoral Courses

• Ph. D

Institutes/Universities

Earth Sciences/Geography

Introduction

Earth Sciences deals with study and research in various fields and concepts of Geology, examination and utilization of natural resources their management, sustenance and conservation.

Earth Sciences/Geography, studies climatic/ weather conditions of different regions with periodic developments, their effects, natural resources like water, minerals survey, earth and ocean characteristics and its science, air, rain, clouds and rivers aspects, monitoring of geographical environments, forests and weather forecast. The special study are in this field like Economic & Political Geography, Human Geography, Cultural Geography, Environment and Natural Resources Studies. The other aspects of Geography include Geomorphology, Climatology, Oceanography, Meteorology, Cartography, Geographic Information Systems and other allied areas.

Eligibility

10+2 or equivalent

Courses

Institutes /Universities

Environmental Sciences

Introduction

Environmental science is the area of study that deals with the interactions of the physical, chemical, and biological elements of the environment and impact of these upon the living beings and the environment. Generally, environmental science is considered to be only natural science whereas it includes the study of social science and humanities also. Therefore, it is an interdisciplinary course.

Eligibility

10+2 examination or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

Courses

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Fishery Sciences

Introduction

Fisheries is a multidisciplinary course that includes the biological study of life, habits and breeding of various species of fish, It involves catching, processing, marketing and conservation of fish.

Eligibility

10+2 with biological science as one of the subjects.

Courses

Apart from the B.F.Sc & M.F.Sc. various fisheries institutes offer vocational training courses related to fisheries and allied disciplines.

Institutes/Universities

Floriculture / Horticulture

Introduction

Horticulture/Floriculture is one of the parts of agriculture that study the art, science, technology, and process of growing plants. It involves fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, herbs, sprouts, mushrooms, algae, flowers, the cultivation of medicinal plants, seaweeds and non-food crops such as grass and ornamental trees and plants.

Eligibility

10+2 with physics, chemistry and maths/biology/ agriculture.

Courses

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Food Technology

Introduction

Food Technology is the study of food science in manufacturing safe, wholesome and nutritious food products. Training in Food technology gives adequate knowledge regarding the quality analysis of raw materials, packaging standards and methodology

Eligibility

10+2 education completed in the Science stream, from a recognized educational Board. Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Biology/ Home Science as the main subjects at the 10+2 level.

Courses

Institutes/Universities

Home Science

Home Science course is the study of the artistic values and the scientific methods employed in home management. It helps the students to have knowledge on diverse aspects of Resource Management, Food Nutrition, Human development, and so on.

10+2 or intermediate examination or an equivalent examination with any two Biology/Natural Sciences, Physical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences and Vocational courses in Home Science.

Forestry

Introduction

Forestry is the study of sustainably managing and preserving forested resources for the benefit of humans. It studies ecology, environmental and resource protection, such as wood, water, wastelands, endangered species, clean air, biodiversity and ecosystems in forests.

Eligibility

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Biology.

Courses

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Oceanography

Introduction

The course in Oceanography deals with the physical and biological aspects of the ocean and covers the study of ecosystem, geological and geophysical aspects of oceans; ocean waves currents, plate tectonics etc.

Eligibility

10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Maths/Biology and followed by B. Tech. or B.Sc. in Zoology/ Botany/ Chemistry/ Fishery Science / Earth Science/ Physics/ Agriculture/ Microbiology/ Applied Sciences or equivalent or related subjects.

Courses

Institutes/Universities

Liberal Studies

Introduction

Liberal studies involves the multidisciplinary study of subjects ranging from Humanities to, Sciences, Social Sciences and Arts. The aim of the course is to develop critical thinking.

Courses

Eligibility

Institutes/Universities

Library Sciences

Introduction

Library Science course is the study of managing, maintaining and preserving records and information. Information of various types is sourced and classified for users with the help of record management preserved and disseminated with the help of technology.

Courses

Eligibility

10+2 (any stream) for Certificate & Diploma Courses

Institutes /Universities

Statistical Sciences

Introduction

tatistics is the study data and navigating common problems for drawing correct conclusions. This course is related to the filed such as areas as financial markets, sports, engineering, healthcare, marketing & sales, election campaigns, space, natural disasters, population studies, accidents, insurance, and deaths – statistics. Statistics deals with interpretation and aggregation of large complex data into simpler data. It develops from the field of probability in mathematics. Statistics also include the fields like marketing, economics, biology, public health, sports, medicines

Eligibility

10+2 pass with Maths & English.

Courses Offered

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