B. Sc. Home Science
Min. Eligibility: Pass in Higher Secondary (10+2)
Duration: 3 yrs
This is a prestigious three year degree course in Home Science. The students are exposed to all the five areas of Home Science in the first year. In the second year they choose an area of specialization based on merit and interest out of the five areas of Home Science and under go theoretical as well as practical training. Field visits, community work and field placement are a part and parcel of this programme.
Why to choose B. Sc. Home Science ?
Home science is the art of managing resources efficiently, as well as aesthetically with the help of scientific knowledge and methods. Being a branch related to both Science and Arts it includes many disciplines like chemistry, physics, physiology, biology, hygiene, economics, rural development, child development, sociology and family relations, community living, art, food, nutrition, clothing, textiles and home management. More colleges are now offering various courses in Home Science, owing to its wide application in industries like food preservation and training, clothing and textiles and interior decoration etc. A career in Home Science is for those with good aesthetic sense regarding contemporary arts, home decorations and modern housekeeping.
What will I gain from this programme ?
The Home Science offers tremendous amount of opportunities and provides a treasure of knowledge on various fields. This degree gives a practical training which begins in printing, basic tailoring, interior design, cooking, dyeing etc. Students can choose to branch out into other fields, like fashion designing, interior decoration etc. or go on for a Masters in Home Science. Those with creative minds as well as those with the hard-core scientific views can benefit from a Home Science degree.
