Agriculture courses
BSc Agriculture (BSc Ag) is a four-year undergraduate program at Mid-West University aimed at developing skilled professionals in agriculture, focusing on practical learning, research, and entrepreneurship to strengthen Nepal’s agricultural sector.
Description
The BSc Agriculture program provides students with comprehensive knowledge of modern agricultural practices, crop and soil management, agribusiness, and sustainable farming techniques. Emphasis is placed on fieldwork, internships, and hands-on experience to prepare graduates for careers in government, private sector, research, and academia. The program also lays a foundation for advanced studies in agriculture, forestry, veterinary sciences, and related disciplines.
Short description:
• Four-year agriculture program focused on sustainable crop and animal sciences, agribusiness, climate-smart farming, and modern agricultural technologies.
• Interdisciplinary curriculum covering plant science, animal science, soil management, climate-smart agriculture, ecological systems, and agribusiness.
• Designed to address Nepal’s agricultural transformation needs, moving from subsistence farming toward scientific, productive, and sustainable systems.
• Provides strong laboratory, fieldwork, and research exposure through workshops, farms, and internship placements.
• Prepares graduates for career paths across government, industry, research, and entrepreneurship, with opportunities for advanced studies
BSc Agriculture at Rajarshi Janak University is a four-year undergraduate program focused on agricultural science, crop and animal production, agribusiness, sustainability, and applied field-based learning.
The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (BSc Ag) offered by Rajarshi Janak University is designed to produce technically competent agricultural professionals capable of addressing Nepal’s food security, farming productivity, and rural development needs. The program integrates foundational science with applied agricultural disciplines such as agronomy, horticulture, soil science, plant protection, animal science, agricultural economics, and extension. Emphasis is placed on practical training, fieldwork, and problem-solving aligned with local and national agricultural systems.
BSc Agriculture (B.Sc Ag) at Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU) is a four-year interdisciplinary program focused on agricultural science, technology, and management. It equips students with practical and theoretical knowledge to enhance agricultural productivity in Nepal.
Description
The program integrates biology, environmental science, soil science, agronomy, horticulture, animal husbandry, and agribusiness. Students develop competencies in modern agricultural techniques, research, and innovation. The curriculum emphasizes practical training, fieldwork, and entrepreneurial skills to prepare graduates for technical, managerial, and research roles in agriculture.
A four-year undergraduate agriculture degree focused on modern farming systems, agricultural science, research, and rural development.
The BSc Agriculture programme at Far-Western University is designed to produce technically competent agricultural professionals capable of addressing food security, sustainable farming, agribusiness, and rural development challenges. The curriculum integrates core agricultural sciences with practical fieldwork, laboratory training, community engagement, and research. Students gain exposure across agronomy, horticulture, animal science, soil science, plant protection, agricultural economics, extension, agribusiness, and emerging technologies such as GIS and precision farming. The programme concludes with a research-oriented mini thesis or supervised practical attachment.
Agriculture courses focus on scientific and practical methods of farming, crop production, livestock management, soil conservation, and agribusiness. These programs combine theoretical knowledge with hands-on field training to prepare students for modern, sustainable, and profitable agriculture.
Graduates can work as:
Agriculture and Forestry University
Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU) conducts entrance examination for BSc Agriculture, BSc Forestry, BVSc, and other programs at Rampur campus and affiliated colleges.
Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training
Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT) offers 3-year diploma programs in Engineering, Health, Agriculture, and other technical fields across Nepal.
University Grants Commission (UGC) Nepal
University Grants Commission provides scholarships to increase access to higher education for students with disabilities, economically disadvantaged students, Dalit students, children of martyrs and conflict victims, Mukta Kamlari, and Muslim women students.
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MOEST)
Ministry of Education, Science and Technology provides scholarships for Nepali students to study abroad through bilateral agreements with countries like China, India, Bangladesh, Russia, Pakistan, Japan, and others.
Government of Nepal
Constitutional provision for 45% reserved scholarships across all higher education institutions. Quotas are allocated for women, Janajati, Madhesi, Dalit, disabled, Muslim, and remote area students as per Nepal's inclusive education policy.