College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
Curriculum in Agricultural Science
A combination of courses in scientific agriculture, education and general studies provides students with a knowledge of scientific agriculture and the ability to work with and influence people. Flexibility in course selection allows a student to place emphasis on a particular field of agriculture or to prepare broadly in agricultural studies. This flexibility might prepare a student to teach in a particular school setting, focusing upon a certain curriculum (e.g., horticulture, animal science and agricultural business). A student majoring in agricultural science will be counseled by an advisor in the Department of Agricultural Education to ensure that the program developed with the student will satisfy his or her unique interests, needs and professional aspirations.
Many aspects of the practice of agriculture are learned through experience. Enrollment in high school agricultural science and participation in FFA and/or 4-H are encouraged and recommended.