Program Overview

Sustainable Plant Systems: Agronomy and Horticulture Emphasis

Overview

Armed with an understanding of the soil-plant relationship, discover plant systems that maximize production, conserve resources, and minimize environmental damage. The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Plant Systems has four tracks; students in the Agronomy and Horticulture track expand their knowledge of crop production. Plants are the foundation of biodiversity, global climate, and the sustainability of the planet. As such, increased crop yields, reduced use of land and improved efficiency are key to healthy ecosystems and sustained human life. This interdisciplinary degree draws on coursework from basic and applied plant and soil science and features small classes and hands-on training. Students focus on developing low water use and disease-resistant plants that maximize crop yield and plant health in fields where land size constrains production.

Learning Outcomes

• Apply science to agricultural systems; Apply understanding of plant and soil science concepts to sustainable agricultural systems.
• Communicate effectively; Communicate in both oral and written forms the importance of plant and soil sciences in addressing global challenges for agriculture and the environment.
• Master plant and soil science concepts; Demonstrate mastery of key plant biology and soil science concepts including interactions with the biotic and abiotic environment.
• Think critically; Critically evaluate information considering diverse perspectives, drawing reasonable conclusions, and defending them rationally.

Program Details

Coursework Location(s)

• Main/Tucson, Yuma

Level of Math

• Substantial Knowledge

This strand involves skill and facility with calculus. The S-strand begins at one of two calculus options - MATH 122A/B (Functions for Calculus and First-Semester Calculus) or MATH 125 (Calculus I). Students who successfully complete the S-strand may continue on to MATH 129 (Calculus II), MATH 223 (Vector Calculus), or beyond. Those who choose but are not ready to begin the S-strand will be required to take preparatory work.

Level of Second Language

• 2nd Semester Proficiency

Second-semester skill level in a second language is required. Non-B.A. degree students may fulfill this requirement with one of the following options:

• Scoring the equivalent of second-semester skill level on an entrance or placement examination administered by The University of Arizona.
• Completion with a C or better of a second semester course at the post-secondary level.
• An AP (Advanced Placement), IB (International Baccalaureate) or CLEP (College Level Entrance Program) language score determined by the individual language department.
• In the College of Engineering by a method determined within the College; however, all students in the college must also take a language placement examination on entrance to the University.

Pre-major Required?

• No

This Major's College

• College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sci

Degree

• Bachelor of Science