Course Description
B.Sc. Honours (Bachelor of Science Honours) with Research: A B.Sc. Honours (Bachelor of Science Honours) with Research is an advanced undergraduate degree that combines in-depth specialization in a science subject with a mandatory research component, typically a dissertation or project. This program is ideal for students interested in pursuing a career in research or higher education, as it builds advanced skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities. The four-year structure, often following a framework like the UGC's, allows students who meet specific academic criteria to choose a research stream in the final year.
Key features
Duration: Typically a 3 or 4-year undergraduate program, with the "with Research" component often extending it to four years to meet the required credits.
Curriculum: Provides a deeper, more specialized education compared to a general B.Sc., with advanced theory and practical applications in a specific scientific discipline.
Research component: Includes a supervised research project or dissertation in the major discipline, which is required for the "Honours with Research" degree.
Skills developed: Hones critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills through intensive coursework and hands-on research experience.
Career path: Prepares students for M.Sc. or Ph.D. programs, research assistantships, or roles in research and development-focused industries.
Admission and progression
Eligibility: Usually requires a Class 12 pass in the science stream with a minimum percentage, though specific requirements vary by university.
Admission process: Admission may be based on merit or through entrance exams, depending on the university.
Progression to research: Students who maintain a high academic standing (e.g., 75% or 7.5 CGPA) in the first few semesters are eligible to opt for the research stream in the final year.
Credit requirement: To earn the 4-year "Honours with Research" degree, students must complete a minimum number of credits, including a specific number from the research project/dissertation.
Duration: 4 Year.
Fee: 27000/-INR per year.
Eligibility: XII with Science-Relevant from Recognized Board.
Available Streams/ Discipline : Statistics, Electronics, Fire Safety and Hazad Management(FSHM), Automobile, Physics, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Food Nutrition, Chemistry, Microbiology, Bio Science, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Geology, Bio-Informatics.
