BSc Hons in Agriculture

B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture at Hetauda Janapriya Campus

The B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture program at Hetauda Janapriya Campus is a four-year bachelor’s degree affiliated with Purbanchal University. Run across eight semesters, it combines agricultural science with laboratory practicals, field-based learning, project work, an internship, and thesis research.

The curriculum covers crop science, soil, horticulture, livestock, plant protection, agricultural economics, extension, biotechnology, and rural development. HJC offers 48 seats, and applicants must meet the stated +2 Science eligibility and qualify through the Purbanchal University entrance examination. The program is taught and examined in English.

Quick Highlights

Course Overview

Hetauda Janapriya Campus introduced the agriculture honours program as the first program of its kind in Makawanpur District. The course is offered from Hatiya Chisapani, Hetauda-16, under the local institutional setting of Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City.

The degree studies agriculture through scientific, technical, economic, and social perspectives. Along with crop and livestock production, students examine soil management, agricultural extension, rural society, market systems, farm resources, plant health, biotechnology, and sustainable agricultural practices.

The academic objectives include building scientific understanding in agriculture, connecting agricultural advancement with farmers’ indigenous technologies, improving extension communication, examining market forces and development agencies, and identifying production constraints.

Eligibility and Admission

Applicants must have obtained at least 45 percent, or second division, in +2 Science or an equivalent grade.

Admission is based on marks secured in the entrance examination conducted by Purbanchal University. Hetauda Janapriya Campus has 48 seats for the program.

Duration, Credits, and Assessment

The course takes four years and follows a semester system. It carries 166 credit hours:

• 139 credit hours from core courses

• 27 credit hours from elective courses, internship, and thesis

• 101 theory credit hours

• 65 practical credit hours

Theory accounts for 60 percent of the credit structure, while practical study accounts for 40 percent. Students complete an internal assessment during each semester before the final semester examination. Assignments also form part of internal evaluation.

Curriculum Structure

First Year

The first year establishes the scientific and social foundations of agriculture. Major subjects include:

• Plant Physiology

• Microbiology

• Introductory Soil Science

• Crop Science

• Introductory Animal Science

• Rural Sociology

• Economics

• General Biochemistry

• Soil Physics and Conservation

• Crop Production

• Principles and Practices of Horticulture

• Livestock Production and Management

• Extension Education and Communication

• Farm Power and Machinery

• Agricultural Meteorology and Climate Change

Second Year

The second year moves into plant genetics, crop production, plant health, irrigation, and biotechnology. Students study areas such as:

• Plant Genetics and Plant Breeding

• Introductory Plant Pathology

• Principles of Entomology

• Vegetable and Spice Crop Production

• Plantation Crop Production

• Irrigation and Water Management

• Plant Propagation and Nursery Management

• Animal Nutrition and Fodder Production

• Crop Disease Management

• Crop Pest Management

• Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management

• Fruit Crop Cultivation

• Plant Biotechnology

• Plant Clinic

Third Year

The third year brings together production systems, agricultural management, policy, and applied project work. Subjects include:

• Agroforestry

• Aquaculture

• Post-Harvest Technology

• Integrated Pest Management

• Agricultural Resource and Marketing Management

• Seed Technology

• Animal Biodiversity and Management

• Livestock and Poultry Production

• Animal Genetics and Breeding

• Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development

• Ornamental Horticulture

• Apiculture and Sericulture

• Agriculture Policy and Planning

• Agricultural Biotechnology

Fourth Year

The seventh semester includes Biostatistics, Research Methodology, Proposal and Thesis Writing, and an elective area. The final semester includes field-based internship and thesis research.

Elective Areas

Students choose one elective area worth 12 credit hours during the seventh semester. The available options are:

• Sustainable Agriculture

• Horticulture

• Plant Protection

• Plant Breeding

• Animal Science

• Soil Science

• Agricultural Economics and Business Management

• Development Studies

Each elective combines subject-specific courses with project work.

Practical Work, Internship, and Thesis

Laboratory practicals form part of the course from the beginning, while project work starts in the third semester. Practical study covers activities linked with crop production, soil assessment, plant health, nursery work, irrigation, livestock, seed testing, farm management, and field observation.

Students complete a field-based internship during the last semester. Internship settings may include agro-based industries, research farms, private farms, and non-governmental organizations operating under different agro-ecological conditions.

The final stage also requires thesis research and thesis preparation. These components connect the selected elective area with field experience, research methods, technical reporting, and academic presentation.

Academic Facilities at HJC

Course-related support at Hetauda Janapriya Campus includes:

• Laboratory facilities

• Library membership

• Online resources

• Field visits and practical activities

• Reading materials

• Mock-test support

These resources are relevant to a course that requires laboratory observation, field assignments, agricultural calculations, practical demonstrations, research work, and written assessment.

Contact Details

Address: Hatiya Chisapani, Hetauda-16, Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City, Makawanpur District, Bagmati Province, Nepal

Phone: 9855071433, 9855071456

Email: hjc.bsc.ag@gmail.com

Contact Days: Sunday–Friday

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the duration of B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture at HJC?

The course takes four years and is divided into eight semesters.

Which university is the course affiliated with?

The program is affiliated with Purbanchal University.

What is the eligibility for admission?

Applicants need at least 45 percent, or second division, in +2 Science or an equivalent grade.

Is an entrance examination required?

Yes. Enrollment is based on marks obtained in the entrance examination conducted by Purbanchal University.

How many seats are available?

Hetauda Janapriya Campus offers 48 seats for the program.

What is the medium of instruction?

The medium of instruction, tests, and examinations is English.

How many credit hours does the program carry?

The course carries 166 credit hours, including core courses, electives, practical work, internship, and thesis.

Does the program include an internship?

Yes. Students complete a field-based internship in the last semester.

When does project work begin?

Project work begins in the third semester alongside laboratory practicals.

Which elective subjects are available?

Students may choose Sustainable Agriculture, Horticulture, Plant Protection, Plant Breeding, Animal Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics and Business Management, or Development Studies.