By Assistant Professor Shivam Dubey, Career Counselor at careerclariti
Hello, I’m Shivam Dubey, Assistant Professor and Career Counselor at careerclariti.
Most students think only MBBS, Engineering, or MBA are good options. But reality is—India has hundreds of powerful small and big degree courses that offer stable jobs, growth, and meaningful careers.
In this blog, I will explain in detail about B.Sc, B.Agri, BSW, and many similar courses—along with their scope, salary, jobs, and future growth.
Table of Contents
- What are Small & Big Career Courses?
- B.Sc – Bachelor of Science
- B.Agri – Bachelor of Agriculture
- BSW – Bachelor of Social Work
- Other Popular Short & Long-Term Degree Courses
- Eligibility & Duration
- Career Options
- Government Jobs
- Private Sector Jobs
- Salary & Growth
- Future Scope in India
- How to Choose the Right Course
- FAQs
- Career Guidance CTA
1. What Are Small & Big Career Courses?
Not every good career comes from famous degrees. Many less popular courses offer:
✔ Early employment
✔ Real-world skills
✔ Less competition
✔ Stable income
✔ Long-term growth
Examples:
- B.Sc
- B.Agri
- BSW
- BCA
- BBA
- B.Lib
- BTTM
- BHM
- B.Voc
- BASLP
- BPA
- BFA
These courses focus on practical learning, specialization, and real industry needs.
2. B.Sc – Bachelor of Science
What is B.Sc?
B.Sc (Bachelor of Science) is a 3-year undergraduate degree focused on scientific, analytical, and technical subjects.
Popular B.Sc Specializations
- B.Sc Physics
- B.Sc Chemistry
- B.Sc Mathematics
- B.Sc Biology
- B.Sc Biotechnology
- B.Sc Microbiology
- B.Sc Computer Science
- B.Sc IT
- B.Sc Data Science
- B.Sc Nursing
- B.Sc Forensic Science
Eligibility
✔ 12th passed (Science stream preferred)
✔ PCB / PCM depending on specialization
Career Options After B.Sc
- Lab Technician
- Research Assistant
- Data Analyst
- Clinical Researcher
- Biotechnologist
- Microbiologist
- IT Executive
- Lecturer (after M.Sc + B.Ed)
Government Jobs After B.Sc
- SSC CGL
- Banking exams
- Lab Assistant
- Forest Department
- Food Inspector
- Drug Inspector (with specialization)
- Teaching jobs
Salary
| Level | Salary |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹15k – ₹30k/month |
| 3–5 yrs | ₹35k – ₹70k/month |
| Senior | ₹1 Lakh+/month |
3. B.Agri – Bachelor of Agriculture
What is B.Agri?
B.Agriculture is a 4-year professional degree focused on farming science, crop production, soil science, agribusiness, and agri-technology.
Subjects in B.Agri
- Agronomy
- Soil Science
- Horticulture
- Plant Breeding
- Agricultural Economics
- Animal Husbandry
- Pest Management
- Food Technology
Career Options After B.Agri
- Agricultural Officer
- Farm Manager
- Agri-Scientist
- Seed Technologist
- Soil Analyst
- Food Inspector
- Agribusiness Manager
- Agri-Entrepreneur
Government Jobs After B.Agri
- Agriculture Officer
- NABARD
- Food Corporation of India (FCI)
- Krishi Vigyan Kendra
- State Agriculture Department
- IBPS AFO
Salary
| Role | Salary |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹20k–₹35k/month |
| Govt Officer | ₹40k–₹70k/month |
| Senior | ₹1 Lakh+/month |
4. BSW – Bachelor of Social Work
What is BSW?
BSW (Bachelor of Social Work) is a 3-year degree focused on social welfare, community development, mental health, NGOs, and human rights.
Subjects
- Sociology
- Psychology
- Social Work Methods
- Community Development
- Child Welfare
- Women Studies
- Public Policy
- Counselling
Career Options After BSW
- Social Worker
- NGO Project Coordinator
- Community Development Officer
- CSR Executive
- Mental Health Assistant
- Rehabilitation Officer
- School Counselor (with training)
Government Jobs After BSW
- Women & Child Development Dept
- Health Dept
- NGOs under Govt
- Rural Development Dept
- CSR Departments
Salary
| Level | Salary |
|---|---|
| Fresher | ₹15k–₹25k/month |
| Mid | ₹30k–₹50k/month |
| Senior | ₹60k+/month |
5. Other Popular Short & Long-Term Courses
IT & Tech
- BCA – Bachelor of Computer Applications
- B.Sc IT
- B.Sc Data Science
- B.Tech (Lateral)
- B.Voc IT
Management & Commerce
- BBA
- B.Com
- BMS
- BBM
- BHM
Arts & Humanities
- BA Psychology
- BA Sociology
- BA Political Science
- BA Economics
- BFA
- BPA
Healthcare & Allied
- BASLP
- BPT
- BOT
- B.Sc Nursing
- BMLT
Tourism, Media & Others
- BTTM (Tourism)
- BJMC
- BMM
- B.Lib
- BRS
- B.Design
6. Eligibility & Duration
| Course | Eligibility | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc | 12th (Science) | 3 years |
| B.Agri | 12th (PCB/PCM) | 4 years |
| BSW | 12th any stream | 3 years |
| BCA | 12th any stream | 3 years |
| BBA | 12th any stream | 3 years |
| BHM | 12th any stream | 3–4 years |
7. Career Options
After these courses, you can go into:
✔ Corporate Jobs
✔ Government Jobs
✔ NGOs
✔ Research
✔ Teaching
✔ Entrepreneurship
✔ Freelancing
✔ Higher Studies (M.Sc, MBA, MSW, M.Tech)
8. Government Jobs
Many students don’t know that these courses are perfect for government jobs:
- UPSC
- SSC
- Banking
- State PSC
- Teaching
- Agriculture Dept
- Health Dept
- Rural Development
- Forest Services
9. Private Sector Jobs
| Field | Roles |
|---|---|
| IT | Developer, Analyst, Tester |
| Science | Research Assistant, QA |
| Agriculture | Agri Consultant |
| Social Work | NGO Manager |
| Management | Executive, Analyst |
| Media | Content Creator |
10. Salary & Growth
| Course | Starting Salary | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc | ₹15k–₹30k | High |
| B.Agri | ₹20k–₹35k | Very High |
| BSW | ₹15k–₹25k | Medium–High |
| BCA | ₹20k–₹40k | Very High |
| BBA | ₹20k–₹35k | High |
11. Future Scope in India
India needs:
✔ Scientists
✔ Social Workers
✔ Data Analysts
✔ Healthcare Workers
✔ Agriculture Experts
✔ Educators
✔ Researchers
These courses will be more important in the next 10–20 years.
12. How to Choose the Right Course?
Ask yourself:
- What are my interests?
- What are my strengths?
- Practical or theoretical?
- Job or research?
- Government or private?
13. FAQs
Q1. Are small courses better than big courses?
Yes, if chosen wisely, they give faster growth.
Q2. Can I get a government job after B.Sc / BSW / B.Agri?
Yes, many government sectors prefer these graduates.
Q3. Which course has highest scope?
B.Sc IT, BCA, B.Agri, and Healthcare degrees.
14. 🎯 Book Your Career Guidance Session
Confused between B.Sc, B.Agri, BSW, BCA, BBA, or other courses?
I, Shivam Dubey, will help you with:
✅ Right course selection
✅ College guidance
✅ Career roadmap
✅ Job planning
✅ Higher studies strategy
👉 Book your career counseling session now at careerclariti
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