Students can pursue a BS in Agriculture with a major in Plant Pathology or Plant Health Management.
Students in both majors complete a Minor and an Internship of the student's choice to enhance and personalize their degree program. We have many resources to help you find an internship to match your interests.
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Major |
PLANT PATHOLOGY |
PLANT HEALTH MANAGEMENT |
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| Department | Plant Pathology | Plant Pathology and Entomology |
| Which Major Should I Choose? | The Plant Pathology curriculum is similar to Plant Health Management, but emphasizes core science courses to prepare students for graduate study. | A joint major between Plant Pathology and Entomology. Coursework includes management of diseases, insects, weeds and other pests for those interested in careers as plant health practitioners (see list of potential careers below) |
| Degree Requirements |
Plant Pathology major |
Plant Health Management |
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FAES General Education list (pdf) |
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| Coursework overview | Plant pathology (plant diseases), plant disease management, biology and plant biology, horticulture, genetics, microbiology, chemistry, plant physiology, soil science, statistics and more, with ample flexibility so students can pursue areas of interest. | Plant pathology (plant diseases), entomology (insects and arthropods); plant disease management; biology and plant biology, horticulture, weed science, chemistry, plant physiology, soil science, statistics and more, with ample flexibility so students can pursue areas of interest |
| Potential Careers | Research Scientist Educator Geneticist/Breeder Medicinal Chemist Diagnostician Regulatory Professional Environmental Scientist Plant Protection or Quarantine Officer |
Crop Consultant, Certified Crop Adviser Research Scientist or Technician Educator Extension Professional Production Manager Regulatory Professional Landscape, Nursery or Turf Professional Farmer Horticulturist |