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M.Sc. (Forestry) in Silviculture and Agroforestry
Prelude
The plantation and agroforestry in our country has growing significant attention and attraction among the all stake holders as a source of alternate land use system to create self sustainability in raw material security besides catering to the needs of ecosystem and environment stability. For this purpose, there is a growing demand to inculcate the art and science of modern silviculture and multifunctional agroforestry systems. The art and science of growth and development of trees through silviculture technology for wide range of species assemble for varied ecosystem received greater priority. Similarly the agroforestry models and systems need to be taught judiciously incorporating professional regulation, cultural and supporting services. Against this back drop Forest College and Research Institute is implementing a Post Graduate programme M.Sc. (Forestry) in Silviculture and Agroforestry judiciously incorporating all facets of Forestry and Agroforestry in order to create professional man power requirement to handle and manage the forest, plantation forestry and agro forestry.
Why this programme?
- To create technical and scientific manpower in the field of silviculture and agroforestry
- To create platform for National and International level learning of scientific advancement in silviculture and agroforestry
- To evolve silvicultural techniques for modern tree cultivation through continuous learning and research
- To develop agroforestry combinations for various edapho climatic requirements
- Evolving silviculture and agroforestry
- Tools for climate resilience, economic sustainability and societal upliftment
Study Programme
The Masters programme in Silviculture and Agroforestry has been designed following the ICAR guidelines. The course aims to:
- Create scientific manpower matching global standards in the field of Silviculture and Agroforestry
- Promote research in silviculture and Agroforestry for improving productivity of tree crops and overall farm income
- Attain excellence in research through collaborations and networking .
- Promote entrepreneurial skills of Silviculture and Agroforestry students.
- In addition, this programme also covers advanced topics like Biology, Business Economics, Environmental Sciences, Logistics, Eco informatics, information technology, Forest Ecology control and use of forest resources, Forest bio-economic business and policy and offers wide in-sight.
College offering
The master programme in M.Sc. (Forestry) in Silviculture and Agroforestry is jointly offered by the Department of Silviculture and Natural Resource Management and Department of Agroforestry at Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam.
Application and Admission
Interested in taking part in Post Graduate programme in Silviculture and Agroforestry? Find out more about the specific Admission requirements and the application procedures. If you doubt whether admission is possible, feel welcome to apply online. The Admission Committee will check your admissibility.
Future Career
Provide student placement
– Scientific positions in ICAR, ICFRE, SAUs and other scientific institutes
– Plantation managers in Wood based industries
– Research career in International organizations
– Taking up research and commercial silviculture and agroforestry
– Projects
– Advance studies in other countries
– Research positions in – private sector
– Placement in Group1 level officers in Government sectors
Master’s in Silviculture and Agroforestry course
Master’s Courses
After admission the students undergo a set of courses that help them understand the basics of Silviculture and Agroforestry as per the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) with a total credit load of 60 credits, of which 20 credits are exclusively earmarked for their Thesis Research.
Master’s thesis research
After completing the courses in the first year, the students start their thesis research. Each student is assigned to an experienced faculty, approved by the Dean of School of Post-Graduate Studies, who would guide the student on his/ her choice of research topic
Research internship
The students are exposed to several scientific events like symposia and conferences. Many are encouraged to have internship training at other institutes for a couple of months, either in India or abroad.
Student Experiences
I am K. Lalithambigai Studied M.Sc ( Forestry) – specialization in Silviculture and agroforestry during the academic year of 2019 -2021. It provides strong foundation in a number of core academic disciplines such as nursery development, plantation techniques, Silviculture operations, pest and disease management etc. which altogether leads to good qualitative and quantitative output in tree farming. The faculty gave lectures in a practical way which enabled us to learn and to do innovative things during our research work which will largely impact tree farming communities. This course is designed in such a way it creates potential to the students to solve various problems in forestry sector in future.
I am S.Preethi, currently pursuing M.Sc. Forestry in Silviculture and Agroforestry. This degree program has really been a interesting one where so far I have gained a very good and diverse acquaintance on various Agroforestry systems. Visits to various forest types gives exposure to various new forest which helped me to comprehend different forests . The ground level assessment studies on agroforestry models has helped me in understanding different management strategies and also has imparted awareness on usage of various techniques . This course will evolve me as a good forester.
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