Shree Swaminarayan Science College

About B.Sc. (HONOURS) Biotechnology

B.Sc. (Hons) Botany program at Swaminarayan University provides intensive study of plant biology, ecology, physiology and taxonomy. It is designed to nurture the scientific understanding of the world and its role in maintaining life and the environment.

Through theoretical knowledge and balanced approaches to learning on hands, students explore plant anatomy, genetics, biotechnology and environmental botany. The course encourages important thinking, observation and research qualifications.

The program is distributed by a qualified faculty with specialisation in different plant sciences, and provides academic mentoring and contact for research and field-based studies. Students are supported with seminars, projects and practical tasks to improve scientific skills.

Swaminarayan University ensures a disciplined, value-oriented educational experience where students are prepared for emergency preparedness for students as well as careers in research, education, forestry, agriculture and allied fields.


Program Duration

B.Sc. (Hons) Botany program at Swaminarayan University is a Four-year undergraduate course structured across eight semesters. The program includes classroom lectures, lab work, internal assessments, and fieldwork. It follows UGC guidelines and provides a comprehensive understanding of plant sciences over six academic terms.

Curriculum

Bachelor of Science (Honours), is spread across 4 years (4 Years of Academic Study). Programs may also include an optional research project or internship in the final year. The detailed program structure is as follows.

Eligibility

  1. Candidates must have completed 10+2 (Science stream) from a recognised board with 
  2. Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Science stream from a recognised board.
  3. Biology must be one of the core subjects in the qualifying examination.
  4. A minimum aggregate of 50% marks in the 10+2 examination is generally required.
  5. Students with a background in agriculture or vocational life science courses may also be eligible.

Benefits & Advantage

1)The program provides a comprehensive study of the lives of the plants, from microscopic algae to large forest systems.
2)Practical performance for plant taxonomy, herbarium preparation and ecological studies develops real-world skills.
3)Agriculture, forestry, environmental science and plant-based industries open their careers.
4)The course includes field work, botanical garden trips and project work for construction and research skills.
5)The students are well prepared for M.Sc. Botany, environmental science and other post-graduate options.
6)Laboratory techniques such as microscopy and tissue culture provide professional value.
7)The University of Swaminarayan provides a structured, valuable academic environment to promote moral and general development.