Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry and Botany

The syllabus offered by the Department of Chemistry at the undergraduate level is aimed at providing the students with a strong foundation of the subject and making them proficient in all aspects both in theory and practicals so that they are ready to take up higher studies in Chemistry in any reputed institution in the world. The Department has implemented RBPT (research-based pedagogical tools) to introduce research as a pedagogical tool to build an environment for the learner to promote inquiry-based learning.

The Department of Botany thrives to improve the quality of research and innovation in the field of botany, with a focus on applied aspects of the subject such as ecology, environmental science, taxonomy, plant systematics, palynology, microbiology, pathology, mycology, pharmaceuticals, bioinformatics, molecular biology and plant biotechnology. The students are motivated to take up research projects during their academia to gain hands-on experience in research and innovation.

Procedure for Withdrawal / Cancellation of Admission

A. Withdrawal/Cancellation before the commencement of the academic year

If an admitted candidate would like to withdraw the admission, such candidates need to write a formal letter addressed to the Registrar duly signed by the candidate and the parent. The scanned copy of the signed formal letter to be emailed to the registraroffice@sju.edu.in mentioning clearly his/her full name, application number, admitted programme, date of admission, and amount of fee paid and attach a copy of the fee-paid receipt to the email. 

The cancellation of Admission and refund of the fees as per the Refund Policy will be completed within two weeks’ time from the date of the email received with all the required details.

B. Withdrawal/Cancellation after the commencement of the academic year

If an admitted candidate would like to withdraw the admission after the commencement of the academic year, such candidates need to follow the following procedure:

• A written request letter addressed to the Registrar, seeking cancellation/withdrawal of admission mentioning clearly his/her full name, application number, admitted programme, date of admission, amount of fee paid, and the fee-paid receipt in original. This letter must be signed by one of the parents or the guardian. 
• Such a candidate has to meet his/her class mentor and obtain the mentor's signature on the letter. 
• Then he/she will meet the Dean of the respective school and obtain his/her approval.
• This will be followed by a meeting with one of the student counsellors and approval.
• No due certificates need to be obtained from the Library, Admin Office and laboratories if applicable.
• The candidate will meet the Registrar after completing the above procedure for his final approval. 

The cancellation of Admission and refund of the fees as per the Refund Policy will be completed within 15 working days from the date the required details are provided to the Registrar’s office for final approval.

Admission Cancellation / Refund Policy

The Management of the Institution follows the refund procedure as laid down by UGC under Notification on Refund of Fees and Non-Retention of Original Certificates (with effect from October 2018).

The University will acknowledge any appeal for cancellation/refund or disengagement of admission from any chosen/offered programme to a candidate if the request is as per the prescribed policy of the Institution. Provision to apply for cancellation of admission is available during the time of admission for the academic year or any time later. Application for cancellation of admission and refund, if any, must be given in writing in physical form or a duly signed, scanned letter via email by the concerned student and parents. The request must be supported by an original fee receipt and original acknowledgement given by the Institution.

Refund includes only the Academic Programme Fee based on the actual paid to the Institution. No refund shall be provided towards the Application Fee or /and Admission Registration Fee.

The option to apply for a Refund of Admission Fees will be available as per the table below. Students looking for cancellation and refund of Admission Fees shall be eligible for it as per the table given below:

All refunds will be made only to the bank account of the student/parents as per the bank details furnished and it will take a maximum of 15 working days from the date of approval of the cancellation of admission by the University Office.

Legal proceedings, if any, regarding the refund of fees, irrespective of the domicile of the student/parent shall be only in the city of Bengaluru. 

Admission Queries

For all queries related to admissions please contact the following:

Note: Admission queries are addressed only through the above contact numbers and email ID.

In accordance with the Institution’s long-standing policy, St Joseph's University does not entertain any agents for admissions, neither accepts any capitation/donations for admissions nor endorses such practices. This policy is also propagated by our staff, students, and stakeholders. Any staff or student of SJU selling admissions of SJU will warrant legal action. Under no circumstances will the University be held responsible or liable in any way for any losses, expenses, costs or liabilities whatsoever resulting or arising directly or indirectly from any individual or group or company or agency falsely promising or guaranteeing seats in SJU.  

St Joseph's University strives to always and uncompromisingly uphold its values.

A step-by-step guide to filling out the online application form

Frequently Asked Questions

Admission process: The applicants must fill in complete information on the online application form and upload all required certificates (whatever is available) and photos.

Selection process: The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. There are two rounds in the interview. Once the final interview is over, candidates have to pay their programme fee within 24 hours and the mode of payment must be online. The dates of the interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates and will be announced on the website

Eligibility for joining Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry and Botany programme: A candidate who has passed the two-year Pre-University Examination conducted by the Pre-University Education Board in Karnataka or any other examination considered equivalent by Bengaluru Central University shall be eligible for admission to these programmes.

Generally, a candidate opting for a subject should have studied that subject at the qualifying examination: For example, a candidate selecting PM (Physics and Mathematics) as optional subjects must have studied these subjects in the qualifying examination. However, additional conditions of eligibility are required for specific subjects as follows:

• The candidate opting for Physics should have studied Mathematics in addition to Physics at the qualifying examination.
• The candidate opting for Statistics should have studied that subject or Mathematics at the qualifying examination.
• The candidate opting for Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology or Zoology should have studied that subject or Biology at the qualifying examination.
• The candidate opting for Environmental Science should have studied at least two Science subjects at the qualifying examination
• The candidate opting for Biochemistry should have studied Chemistry at the qualifying examination.

Students pursuing an International curriculum must fulfil the eligibility conditions according to Association of Indian Universities (AIU) stipulations. Candidates appearing for the class XII examinations in March-April 2023 may apply with their class X and XI marks cards.

For foreign nationals: Foreign examinations equivalent to Senior Secondary School recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (https://www.aiu.ac.in/).

Languages: Students of undergraduate programmes must study two languages, out of which one shall be English and the other shall be either an Indian language or a foreign language other than English. However, with special permission from the Vice-Chancellor, students can select Additional English as a foreign language. The University offers the following language courses: Kannada, Hindi, Introductory Kannada, Tamil, Sanskrit, French, and German. Applicants selecting Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, Sanskrit, French, and German must have studied these languages at plus two level. CBSE and ISC students who have not studied a second language at plus two level and others who have not studied Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, Sanskrit, French or German shall select Additional English or Introductory Kannada.

Medium of instruction: The medium of instruction and examination shall be English.

Opening of online application forms:  February 2023

List 1 :

Last date to apply for applicants to be considered for 1^st list: 31 March 2023

Date of announcement of names of candidates shortlisted for 1^st list:  5 April 2023

Dates of interview for 1^st list: 11 April 2023

List 2 :

Last date to apply for applicants to be considered for 2^nd list: 10 May 2023

Date of announcement of names of candidates shortlisted for 2^nd list: 14 May 2023

Dates of interview for 2^nd list: 20 and 22 May 2023

Commencement of the Academic Year 2023-24

 THE ADDITIONAL FEE TO BE PAID IS AS FOLLOWS:

Note: 

* To claim the Karnataka category fee, the candidates should have studied the last 7 years in Karnataka.

[Not applicable for OCI (Overseas Citizens of India), PIO (Person of Indian Origin), and Foreign Nationals].

** To all candidates except those who have passed the 12^th examinations conducted by the Karnataka Pre-University Board.

*** NRI fee is applicable for the full duration of the Programme for candidates who:

• Have pursued and completed their last qualifying exam from outside India.
• NRI and candidates who have applied under the NRI category.

Selected candidates must first update the following documents on their admission portal before the interview. The admitted students must submit the original documents at the Admin Office:

• Class 10^th Certificate (High School) and Marks Card
• Class 11^th Certificate and Marks Card
• Class 12^th Certificate (Senior Secondary School) and Marks Card
• Transfer Certificate from last qualified institution by 31 August 2023
• Migration Certificate except for the Karnataka State Board applicants by 31 August 2023
• Two passport-size photographs and one stamp-size photograph in formal dress with a white background
• Two Photocopies of the Online Payment Receipt
• Valid ID proof such as Aadhaar Card / PAN Card / Voter ID Card
• Letter of Undertaking.pdf

Candidates belonging to any of these categories -PIO / OCI / SAARC / FOREIGN NATIONALS-must submit the following documents:

• Photocopy of Passport and Visa Details
• Copy of PIO / OCI card (whichever is applicable and available at the time of admission)
• Certificate of Medical Fitness from an approved medical practitioner accredited by the Medical Council of India
• Resident Permit (If available)

The syllabus for the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry and Botany is as follows:

• Botany Syllabus 2023-2024.pdf
• Chemistry Syllabus.pdf
• Botany Syllabus.pdf

Chemistry Programme Outcomes

Botany Programme Outcomes

• Acquired knowledge and understanding of the botanical sciences as applicable to diverse areas such as food, agriculture, medical, industrial, environment, genetics, and others.
• Demonstrate key practical skills/competencies in working with plants for study and use in the laboratory as well as outside, including the use of good agricultural practices.
• Competent enough to use knowledge and skills of plant science to analyze problems involving plant- microbe interactions, food and agriculture, drug research, etc. and articulate these with peers/ team members/ other stake holders, and undertake remedial measures/ studies etc.
• Developed a broader perspective of the discipline of Botany to enable him to identify challenging societal problems and plan his/her professional 4 career to develop innovative solutions for such problems.

Potential Career Options

Upon successful completion of this programme, supplemented by additional education, experience, individual interest, potential, and competencies, students will have career opportunities to become: