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Sep 27, 2024
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2012-2013 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]
Plant Science
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Program Description The Plant Science Department is an integrated department that includes programs in crop production, plant breeding, entomology, plant pathology, soils, GIS, water management, weed science, and biotechnology. The primary goals of the department are to conduct research in the above areas, to transmit the results to the public, and to help prepare students for quality lives which includes preparation for an occupation in one or more of the above-mentioned disciplines. Graduate training includes classroom instruction, seminars designed to hone oral and written skills, and meaningful experience in laboratory and field research techniques. Departmental diversity encourages collaborations among disciplines and research programs that inform graduate training.
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Available Options for Graduate Degrees
| Master of Science |
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Option B |
| Doctor of Philosophy |
60 Credit Plan |
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90 Credit Plan |
Masters of Science
MS students required to have 2 credits of Graduate Seminar, one oral and one in poster format. All students are required to have teaching experience.
- Enrollment in (two semesters)
- Enrollment in Teaching Experience (one semester)
Doctor of Philosophy
PhD students required to have 3 credits of Graduate Seminar, at least one oral and one in poster format. All students are required to have at least one teaching experience during their PhD program.
- Enrollment in (three semesters)
- Enrollment in Teaching Experience (one semester)
Additional Admission Requirements
GRE: recommended, but not required
TOEFL: minimum requirement of 560 paper-based, 220 computer-based, 83 Internet-based
Students must be accepted by an advisor before admission is granted. Course Offerings
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