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Fees
₹1,80,000
Placement
92.0%
Avg Package
₹5,40,000
Highest Package
₹9,50,000
Seats
120
Students
300
Seats
120
Students
300
The Agriculture program at M S Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences Bangalore is structured into eight semesters, with a balanced mix of core subjects, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory sessions designed to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
| Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AG 101 | Introduction to Agriculture | 2-0-0-2 | None |
| 1 | AG 102 | Biology for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | AG 103 | Chemistry for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | AG 104 | Physics for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | AG 105 | Mathematics for Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 1 | AG 106 | Basic Soil Science | 3-0-0-3 | None |
| 2 | AG 201 | Crop Science I | 3-0-0-3 | AG 101, AG 102 |
| 2 | AG 202 | Plant Physiology | 3-0-0-3 | AG 102 |
| 2 | AG 203 | Agricultural Economics | 3-0-0-3 | AG 105 |
| 2 | AG 204 | Soil Chemistry and Microbiology | 3-0-0-3 | AG 103, AG 106 |
| 2 | AG 205 | Introduction to Data Analytics | 2-0-0-2 | AG 105 |
| 3 | AG 301 | Crop Science II | 3-0-0-3 | AG 201, AG 202 |
| 3 | AG 302 | Plant Pathology | 3-0-0-3 | AG 202 |
| 3 | AG 303 | Environmental Science | 3-0-0-3 | AG 102, AG 104 |
| 3 | AG 304 | Animal Husbandry | 3-0-0-3 | AG 102 |
| 3 | AG 305 | Research Methodology | 2-0-0-2 | AG 203 |
| 4 | AG 401 | Precision Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AG 205, AG 301 |
| 4 | AG 402 | Plant Biotechnology | 3-0-0-3 | AG 202, AG 302 |
| 4 | AG 403 | Sustainable Farming Practices | 3-0-0-3 | AG 301, AG 303 |
| 4 | AG 404 | Agro-Economics and Policy | 3-0-0-3 | AG 203 |
| 4 | AG 405 | Food Processing | 3-0-0-3 | AG 304 |
| 5 | AG 501 | Data Analytics in Agriculture | 3-0-0-3 | AG 205, AG 401 |
| 5 | AG 502 | Water Management and Irrigation | 3-0-0-3 | AG 106 |
| 5 | AG 503 | Rural Development | 3-0-0-3 | AG 203 |
| 5 | AG 504 | Advanced Crop Production | 3-0-0-3 | AG 301 |
| 5 | AG 505 | Project Planning and Design | 2-0-0-2 | AG 401, AG 501 |
| 6 | AG 601 | Specialized Elective I | 3-0-0-3 | AG 501 |
| 6 | AG 602 | Specialized Elective II | 3-0-0-3 | AG 501 |
| 6 | AG 603 | Specialized Elective III | 3-0-0-3 | AG 501 |
| 6 | AG 604 | Field Research Project | 3-0-0-3 | AG 505 |
| 7 | AG 701 | Internship | 6-0-0-6 | AG 604 |
| 8 | AG 801 | Final Year Thesis/Capstone Project | 9-0-0-9 | AG 701 |
The following advanced departmental electives are offered in the final years of the program to allow students to specialize and explore niche areas within agriculture:
This course explores how modern technologies such as GPS mapping, drones, IoT sensors, and data analytics can be integrated into farming practices. Students learn to collect, analyze, and interpret agricultural data to make informed decisions about crop management, resource allocation, and yield optimization.
This elective delves into the science of modifying plants at the genetic level to enhance traits like disease resistance, nutritional value, and productivity. Students gain hands-on experience in laboratory techniques such as PCR, gene cloning, and transgenic plant development.
Focused on eco-friendly farming practices, this course covers topics like organic fertilization, integrated pest management, and conservation tillage methods. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining soil health while maximizing agricultural output.
This course combines economic principles with agricultural production to analyze market trends, pricing strategies, and profitability models in farming. Students learn how to evaluate investment decisions and develop sustainable business plans for agri-enterprises.
This course examines the relationship between agriculture and environmental systems. Topics include biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services, pollution control, and climate change adaptation strategies in agricultural landscapes.
Students explore post-harvest handling techniques, food safety standards, quality assurance protocols, and value addition processes. The course includes laboratory sessions on food preservation, packaging design, and sensory evaluation methods.
This elective focuses on understanding rural communities, policy frameworks, and extension services that support agricultural development. Students learn how to implement community-based projects and communicate effectively with farmers and stakeholders.
Designed to address water scarcity issues in agriculture, this course covers irrigation design, water conservation techniques, and efficient water use strategies. Students study the impact of climate variability on water availability and learn about sustainable irrigation technologies.
Project-based learning is a cornerstone of the program's curriculum, starting from the second year. Mini-projects are assigned to students in groups of 3-5, focusing on specific agricultural challenges such as pest control, soil nutrient analysis, or crop yield prediction.
The final-year capstone project allows students to choose a topic related to their specialization and work closely with a faculty mentor. Projects are evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, impact, and presentation skills. Students are encouraged to collaborate with industry partners or government agencies for real-world relevance.
