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May 14, 2024
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2024-2025 General Catalog
Plant Science: Research Emphasis - BS
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College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Department of Plants, Soils and Climate
About This Degree
In this program, students focus on the research, production, and management of economically important plants. Students have access to faculty mentors and the opportunity to receive hands-on experience working side-by-side with research scientists in laboratories, greenhouses, and fields.
Research Emphasis: This emphasis is designed for students intending to attend graduate school. It is focused on the science of crop production, including plant breeding and genetic engineering. Because of the rapidly changing technologies in the field of plant and food production, plant research scientists are in high demand.
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Minimum University Requirements
Admission Requirements For This Program
- New freshmen: Admitted to USU in Good Standing
- Transfer students from other institutions or other programs at USU: 2.5 GPA
Additional Information
This major requires a minimum GPA of 2.5 in all program coursework.
Contact Lisa Allen, lisa.allen@usu.edu, 435-797-0454 for advising.
Plant Science Core Requirements (23 credits)
Complete ALL of the following courses:
Note:
In addition to the courses listed above, students must complete the course requirements for the emphasis.
Research Core (39 credits)
Students must complete ALL of the following courses:
Other Electives (8-11 credits)
Students must complete three of the following courses:
Soil Science Electives (6-8 credits)
Students must complete two of the following courses:
Open Electives
Total elective credit is determined by General Education courses taken, degree type selected, additional credits earned, and any additional math or other prerequisite courses needed. Please consult your Academic Advisor for details.
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