Admission Details
- Only women candidates are eligible to apply.
- The candidate should have appeared for the Plus Two examinations (HSC) conducted by the Tamil Nadu State Board or its equivalent and secured a minimum of pass in all the subjects.
- The candidate should not exceed the age limit of 24 years as on 1st of July. (Relaxation of 2 years permitted for physically challenged candidates.)
- For PG courses, the candidate should have completed a UG degree from Periyar University or any other equivalent university.
Scope for B.Sc. Botany
After completing a B.Sc. Botany degree from Periyar University or any other recognized institution, you can pursue diverse career paths in plant sciences, agriculture, environmental management, research, and education. Here are some potential career opportunities and roles:
- Research and Development (R&D):
- Plant Research Associate: Work in research institutions to study plant genetics, physiology, and biodiversity.
- Botanical Lab Technician: Assist in experiments, manage specimens, and maintain plant tissue cultures.
- Field Botanist: Conduct field surveys, collect data, and document plant species for ecological studies.
- Environmental and Conservation Sector:
- Environmental Consultant: Assess environmental impacts and help develop conservation strategies.
- Forest Officer: Work with forest departments for biodiversity preservation and forest management.
- Agriculture and Horticulture:
- Agricultural Officer: Guide farmers on crop production, pest control, and sustainable farming methods.
- Horticulturist: Specialize in the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants, and landscaping.
- Education and Academia:
- School/College Teacher: Teach biology or botany in schools or colleges after B.Ed or further studies.
- Lecturer/Professor: Pursue M.Sc. and Ph.D. to take up academic teaching and research roles in universities.
- Pharmaceutical and Herbal Industry:
- Herbal Product Developer: Work on the formulation and testing of herbal medicines and cosmetics.
- Phytochemist: Study the chemical compounds of plants used in medicine and healthcare.
- Public Sector and Government Jobs:
- Botanist in Government Departments: Work in botanical gardens, research centers, or agricultural boards.
- Scientific Assistant: Appear for exams to work in government research labs, DRDO, or CSIR projects.
- Higher Studies and Specialization:
- M.Sc. Botany: Specialize in Plant Biotechnology, Taxonomy, Physiology, or Environmental Botany.
- Interdisciplinary Courses: Opt for Plant Pathology, Forestry, Genetics, or Environmental Science.
- Entrepreneurship:
- Start a Nursery or Organic Farm: Build a business in organic farming, landscaping, or selling medicinal plants.
Admission Procedure
Candidates for admission to the first year of the three-year degree course should have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate Examination or any other equivalent thereto accepted by the Syndicate, Periyar University – Salem.
- All candidates should present Original Transfer Certificate from the Institution they last attended
- Candidates from other states should produce Eligibility Certificate from Periyar University – Salem
- Candidates from other countries shall produce Migration Certificate and also Recognition Certificate from Periyar University – Salem.
- A student admitted after the beginning of a term should pay the whole fee for the term
- Students who are found to have obtained admission by producing false documents will be summarily dismissed with forfeiture of all fees paid
- If a student, who has duly paid her fees, leaves the college, she will be furnished with a Transfer Certificate on application
- Separate quotas are available for Physically Challenged and Sports personals (Priority for National Level and State Level).
Policies
Every student is required to observe disciplined and decorous behaviour both inside and outside the Campus and not to indulge in any activity which will tend to bring down the prestige of the College.
- If a student indulges in malpractice in any of the End Semester theory / practical examination, she shall be liable for punitive action as prescribed from time to time.
- Students enrolled at our College must recognize their responsibilities towards the faculty, office staff and fellow students. Failure to maintain appropriate standards of conduct will attract disciplinary action.
- The College believes that duty, decorum and discipline are the hallmarks of a good student. Students with such qualities alone can prove to be productive manpower with an appreciable value system. Therefore, erring students would be subjected to certain disciplinary code.
- The following acts, would be deemed to be acts of indiscipline – any overt or covert act leading to ragging and eve teasing, disruption of class room activities or disturbing the studies of other students.
- Harming the health or safety of staff or students
- Misconduct during examination, production of false information or documents for admission purpose
Above all we aim to offer education to all students with the necessary skills and abilities, regardless of age, background or financial circumstances.
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