Master Of Technology Digital Agriculture

Master Of Technology

Agricultural Science & Technology | M.Tech AGST

This program will be an interdisciplinary and innovative course that will combine the knowledge and skills of electronics and computer engineering with the principles and applications of agricultural engineering.

The aim of this program is to train the students to design, develop, and implement digital solutions and services for improving the efficiency, productivity, sustainability, and quality of agriculture and food systems by applying principles of data science and artificial intelligence Digital agriculture is a fast-growing and high-demand sector that requires skilled professionals who can integrate engineering and agricultural sciences. Agricultural Science & Technology is a key area of research and innovation that can generate new knowledge, technologies, and solutions for the challenges faced by the farmers.

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Key Information

Pedagogy

K.J. Somaiya School of Engineering is one of the best colleges for Master’s program to provide a conducive environment for the learners to build required skills, knowledge and competency in the field of Digital Agriculture. The professional practice course helps students to impart practical skills in designing and realizing the basics of smart agriculture and helps in experiential learning opportunities together with exposure to the real world of Automation and Agriculture while imparting strong and vibrant education in technology, the curriculum provides a significant amount of insights into industry perspectives.

Career Paths

  • Government Sector
  • Precision Agriculture Specialist
  • Data Scientist/Analyst
  • Agri-Tech Entrepreneur
  • Agricultural Extension Officer/Inspector
  • Agricultural Policy Analyst
  • Agriculture Research Scientist
  • Agriculture Portfolio Manager
  • Freight coordinators
  • Process Engineer
  • Faculty in Education Institute and Technical Author
  • Further pursuing their research degree like Ph.D in Indian & foreign Universities

Curriculum

 
 
Semester I Semester II Semester III & IV
Agronomy and Crop Science Agriculture Microbiology and Soil-Plant Health   Greenhouse and Vertical Farming Technology 
Plant Genetics and Biotechnology GIS and Remote Sensing  Drone Technology in Agriculture 
Data Science and Analytics in Agriculture Mini Project Core Elective / NPTEL SWAYAM#
Precision Agriculture Agri-Robotics  Project Idea Pitching & Special Topic Seminar
Agri-Economics and Policies  Agri Business Management  Field Immersion- Farmer’s Visit / Internship at AgriTech Companies
Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Action Agtech Startups & Entrepreneurship – Project Based Approach First Stage Project
Programming Paradigms and Databases   Project Stage II 
    Dissertation/ Defense
    Capstone Presentation
     
    Core Elective
    Dairy Technology
    Wine Technology
    Aquaculture and Fishery Science
    Nanotechnology in Agriculture
    Renewable Energy in Agriculture
    Crop Disease Management
    Smart Irrigation and Fertigation System
    Farm Mechanization
    Agriculture Market Analytics
    Horticulture Technology
 
   
   

Differentiators

  • Research & Ethics

    Students are guided and encouraged to present and publish a research paper.

  • Project Based Learning

    Active teaching with project based learning.

  • Build a Rewarding Career

    Placement opportunities for eligible and interested students .

  • Active & Flexible Curriculum

    Curriculum with cutting edge technology and innovative teaching in collaboration with KJ Somaiya Institute of Applied Agricultural Research (KIAAR) and NPTEL online lectures.

  • Diverse Prospects in Future

    This program enables one to shape their career from engineering avenues like Automation in agriculture, Robotics, Computer Vision, Data Science, etc.

  • Internships

    Full-time mandatory internship for six months at KIAAR along with the opportunity for vacational internships.

  • Open & Technical Electives

    Wide choice for branch-specific electives and more number of open or interdisciplinary electives.

Programme Outcomes

After successful completion of the M.Tech program in Agricultural Science & Technology the student will be able to:

Apply advanced knowledge of agronomy, plant genetics, biotechnology, and soil-plant health to enhance crop productivity, resilience, and quality in agricultural systems.

Utilize precision agriculture tools, IoT, automation, GIS, drones, and smart irrigation systems to optimize agricultural practices, improve resource management, and ensure sustainability.

Design and implement sustainable agricultural solutions that address challenges related to climate change, resource conservation, and environmental impact while promoting eco-friendly farming techniques.

Develop and manage post-harvest technologies, including cold storage, food processing, and value addition, to reduce waste, extend shelf life, and improve market accessibility.

Cultivate entrepreneurial skills and leadership in agri-business management by exploring opportunities in startups, market analytics, and emerging agri-tech innovations.

Conduct interdisciplinary research on cutting- edge topics such as nanotechnology, renewable energy in agriculture, and crop disease management, leading to innovative solutions for real-world agricultural challenges.

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