BS B.Sc (HONS) Agriculture

4 Years 8 Semesters 142+ Credit Hours 120 Seats

Program Overview

B.Sc (HONS) Agriculture at a Glance

Eligibility Criteria

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Agriculture program are equipped with the scientific knowledge, technical expertise, and practical experience needed to pursue diverse and rewarding careers in the agricultural and allied sectors. The program prepares students for both public and private sector employment, as well as entrepreneurial ventures.

After completion, graduates may pursue careers in the following areas:

Agricultural Research Institutes (e.g., PARC, NIBGE, NIFA, ARI)
Provincial Agriculture Departments (extension, seed certification, and input management)
Universities and colleges as research associates or lecturers
National and international research and development organizations
Seed companies and agro-industries (seed production, testing, and marketing)
Fertilizer, pesticide, and agrochemical companies
Horticultural enterprises, nurseries, and landscape management firms
Agribusiness and supply chain management
Establishing own farms, nurseries, or seed enterprises
Consultancy in crop production, farm management, or landscaping
Development of value-added agricultural products
Eligibility for admission to MSc (Hons) and PhD programs in Plant Breeding & Genetics, Agronomy, Horticulture, and related fields at national and international universities.
Opportunities in development programs focused on food security, climate change adaptation, and sustainable agriculture (FAO, CIMMYT, ICARDA, NGOs, etc.).

Duration 4 Years / 8 Semesters

Credit Hours Approx. 142

Total Seats 120

Learning Mode Classroom and lab

Department Agriculture

Program Objectives

What This Program Builds

After completion, graduates may pursue careers in the following areas:

Agricultural Research Institutes (e.g., PARC, NIBGE, NIFA, ARI)
Provincial Agriculture Departments (extension, seed certification, and input management)
Universities and colleges as research associates or lecturers
National and international research and development organizations
Seed companies and agro-industries (seed production, testing, and marketing)
Fertilizer, pesticide, and agrochemical companies
Horticultural enterprises, nurseries, and landscape management firms
Agribusiness and supply chain management
Establishing own farms, nurseries, or seed enterprises
Consultancy in crop production, farm management, or landscaping
Development of value-added agricultural products
Eligibility for admission to MSc (Hons) and PhD programs in Plant Breeding & Genetics, Agronomy, Horticulture, and related fields at national and international universities.
Opportunities in development programs focused on food security, climate change adaptation, and sustainable agriculture (FAO, CIMMYT, ICARDA, NGOs, etc.).

Career Outcomes

Where Graduates Go Next

After completion, graduates may pursue careers in the following areas:

Agricultural Research Institutes (e.g., PARC, NIBGE, NIFA, ARI)
Provincial Agriculture Departments (extension, seed certification, and input management)
Universities and colleges as research associates or lecturers
National and international research and development organizations
Seed companies and agro-industries (seed production, testing, and marketing)
Fertilizer, pesticide, and agrochemical companies
Horticultural enterprises, nurseries, and landscape management firms
Agribusiness and supply chain management
Establishing own farms, nurseries, or seed enterprises
Consultancy in crop production, farm management, or landscaping
Development of value-added agricultural products
Eligibility for admission to MSc (Hons) and PhD programs in Plant Breeding & Genetics, Agronomy, Horticulture, and related fields at national and international universities.
Opportunities in development programs focused on food security, climate change adaptation, and sustainable agriculture (FAO, CIMMYT, ICARDA, NGOs, etc.).

Course Outline

Semester-Wise Courses

86 courses across 4 years

Year 1

Semester 1 7 Courses

CS100 Core 3 CH
Introduction to Computing
ENG100 Core 3 CH
English-I (Composition and Comprehension)
BOT101 Core 3 CH
Fundamentals of Botany
ISL100 Core 3 CH
Islamic Studies
MTH100 Elective 3 CH
Fundamentals of Mathematics
AGR100 Core 3 CH
Basic Agriculture
AGR101 Core 3 CH
Introduction to Soil & Environmental Science

Semester 2 7 Courses

PS100 Core 3 CH
Pakistan Studies
MTH101 Core 3 CH
Calculus
ENG102 Core 3 CH
English-II (Communication Skills)
ZOOL100 Core 3 CH
Fundamentals of Zoology
AGR111 Core 3 CH
Introduction to Agriculture Extension Education & Rural Development
AGR102 Core 3 CH
Introductory Genetics
AGR103 Core 3 CH
Introductory Horticulture

Year 2

Semester 3 6 Courses

ECON420 Core 3 CH
Agricultural Economics
STAT200 Core 3 CH
Fundamentals of Statistics
ENG201 Core 3 CH
English-III (Academic Reading & Writing)
AGR104 Core 3 CH
Introductory Entomology
AGR105 Core 3 CH
Introduction to Food Science and Technology
AGR112 Core 3 CH
Agriculture Engineering

Semester 4 10 Courses

STAT209 Core 3 CH
Applied Statistics
AGR106 Core 3 CH
Field Crop Production
AGR107 Core 3 CH
Horticultural Crop Production
AGR108 Core 3 CH
Introductory Plant Breeding
AGR109 Core 3 CH
Introductory Plant Pathology
BCH101 Core 3 CH
Introductory Biochemistry
STAT202 Core 3 CH
Probability and Statistics
PS103 Core 2 CH
Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan
MGT171 Core 2 CH
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
SOC102 Core 2 CH
Civics and Community Engagement

Year 3

Semester 5 16 Courses

ENV209 Core 3 CH
Climate Change
PBG330 Core 3 CH
Principles of Genetics
PBG332 Core 3 CH
Breeding Fiber Crops
PBG333 Core 3 CH
Breeding Fodder & Forage Crops
PBG430 Core 3 CH
Biodiversity & Plant Genetic Resources
AGRON340 Core 3 CH
Agrotechnology of Major Crops
AGRON341 Core 3 CH
Conservation Agronomy
AGRON342 Core 3 CH
Biological Nitrogen Fixation
AGRON343 Core 3 CH
Farming Systems and Record Management
AGRON440 Core 3 CH
Medicinal and Special Crops
HORT350 Core 3 CH
Principles of Fruit Production
HORT351 Core 3 CH
Principles of Vegetable Production
HORT352 Core 3 CH
Principles of Ornamental Crop Production
HORT353 Core 3 CH
Propagation and Nursery Management
HORT450 Core 3 CH
In vitro Propagation
PBG331 Core 3 CH
Crop Variety Registration and Intellectual Property Rights

Semester 6 14 Courses

PBG334 Core 3 CH
Breeding Oilseed Crops
PBG335 Core 3 CH
Breeding Cereal Crops
PBG336 Core 3 CH
Breeding Sugar Crops
PBG337 Core 3 CH
Breeding Vegetable Crops
AGRON344 Core 3 CH
Arid and Rainfed Agriculture
AGRON345 Core 3 CH
Organic Farming
AGRON346 Core 3 CH
Forage and Fodder Production
AGRON347 Core 3 CH
Environment and Crop Production
AGRON441 Core 3 CH
Plant and Soil Analysis
HORT354 Core 3 CH
Post Harvest Horticulture
HORT355 Core 3 CH
Tropical and Subtropical Fruits
HORT356 Core 3 CH
Summer Vegetables
HORT357 Core 3 CH
Landscape Horticulture
HORT451 Core 3 CH
Medicinal and Aromatic Plants

Year 4

Semester 7 14 Courses

PBG338 Core 3 CH
Breeding Maize & Millets
PBG339 Core 3 CH
Breeding Pulse Crops
PBG530 Core 3 CH
Cytogenetics
AGRON348 Core 3 CH
Seed Production Technology
AGRON540 Core 3 CH
Crop Management under Stressful Environment
AGRON541 Core 3 CH
Crop Modeling
AGRON442 Core 3 CH
Research & Scientific Writing
HORT358 Core 3 CH
Winter Vegetables
HORT359 Core 3 CH
Temperate Fruits
HORT550 Core 3 CH
Breeding of Horticultural Crops
HORT551 Core 3 CH
Commercial Flower Production
HORT452 Core 3 CH
Research Methods in Horticulture
PBG534 Core 3 CH
Genomics in Agriculture
CRL100 Core
Advance Instrumental Techniques

Semester 8 12 Courses

PBG354 Core 3 CH
Fundamentals of Plant Biometry
PBG532 Core 3 CH
Molecular Genetics
PBG533 Core 3 CH
Modern Techniques in Plant Breeding
PBG433 Core 3 CH
Fundamentals of Research & Scientific Writing
AGRON349 Core 3 CH
Agro Ecology
AGRON542 Core 3 CH
Plant Nutrient and Growth Regulators
AGRON543 Core 3 CH
Field Crop Physiology
AGRON443 Core 3 CH
Principles of Weed Science
HORT552 Core 3 CH
Vegetable and Flower Seed Production
HORT553 Core 3 CH
Protected Horticulture
HORT453 Core 3 CH
Business Management in Horticulture
HORT400 Core 6 CH
Internship

Curriculum

Full Curriculum Detail

The BSc (Hons) Agriculture program aims to produce competent, innovative, and socially responsible agricultural professionals equipped with scientific knowledge, technical skills, and problem-solving abilities to meet the challenges of sustainable agricultural development. The specific objectives are to:

Develop strong foundational knowledge in agricultural sciences with specialized understanding in Plant Breeding & Genetics, Horticulture, and Agronomy.

Equip students with practical skills through hands-on training, laboratory work, and field experimentation for efficient crop improvement, production, and management.

Promote research aptitude and critical thinking to address emerging issues related to food security, climate resilience, and sustainable crop production systems.

Enhance students’ capacity for innovation and entrepreneurship in agricultural technology, seed production, and agribusiness ventures.

Foster ethical and professional values for effective teamwork, leadership, and communication within agricultural and allied sectors.

Prepare graduates for advanced studies (MSc and PhD programs) and professional careers in academia, research organizations, public and private agricultural institutions.

Admissions

How to Apply

After completion, graduates may pursue careers in the following areas:

Agricultural Research Institutes (e.g., PARC, NIBGE, NIFA, ARI)
Provincial Agriculture Departments (extension, seed certification, and input management)
Universities and colleges as research associates or lecturers
National and international research and development organizations
Seed companies and agro-industries (seed production, testing, and marketing)
Fertilizer, pesticide, and agrochemical companies
Horticultural enterprises, nurseries, and landscape management firms
Agribusiness and supply chain management
Establishing own farms, nurseries, or seed enterprises
Consultancy in crop production, farm management, or landscaping
Development of value-added agricultural products
Eligibility for admission to MSc (Hons) and PhD programs in Plant Breeding & Genetics, Agronomy, Horticulture, and related fields at national and international universities.
Opportunities in development programs focused on food security, climate change adaptation, and sustainable agriculture (FAO, CIMMYT, ICARDA, NGOs, etc.).

Proud Alumni

Leaders Making a Difference

Attika Basharat

Farm Manager, Hazara University Mansehra

Bachelor of studies in Agriculture · 2024

Oversees daily operations of crop or livestock farms; manages budgets, staff, and production schedules

Zanib Tariq

Crop Production Specialist, Hazara University Mansehra

Bachelor of studies in Agriculture · 2024

Advises on planting, irrigation, fertilization, and harvesting schedules to maximize yield.

Umair Shafique

Livestock Production Manager, Hazara University Mansehra

Bachelor of studies in Agriculture · 2025

Manages breeding, nutrition, health, and housing for cattle, poultry, sheep, or swine.

Abbas Shabbir

Greenhouse/Nursery Manager, Hazara University Mansehra

Bachelor of studies in Agriculture · 2024

Supervises production of ornamental plants, vegetables, or tree saplings in controlled environments.

Umar Farooq

Orchard/Vineyard Manager (Horticulture), Hazara University Mansehra

Bachelor of studies in Agriculture · 2024

Specializes in tree fruits, nuts, or grapes for wine/fresh consumption.

Bilal Junaid Khan

Agronomist, Hazara University Mansehra

Bachelor of studies in Agriculture · 2024

Provides scientific advice to farmers on soil management, crop rotation, pest control, and sustainable practices

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