Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (B.S.A.) Soil Science Program

The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (B.S.A.) Soil Science degree is offered by the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources. This program provides an in-depth understanding of the physical, biological, and chemical processes that occur in soil and the role soil plays in plant production and environmental management.

About the Program

Soil science draws from biology, ecology, geography, geology, and a variety of other natural and life sciences. The soil science program at the University of Saskatchewan offers a comprehensive education in soil science, including the study of soil formation, soil properties, and soil management.

What You Will Learn

The program covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Soil formation and classification
• Soil physical, chemical, and biological properties
• Soil fertility and fertilizers
• Soil erosion and conservation
• Soil and water management
• Environmental science and sustainability

Sample First-Year Schedule

A sample first-year schedule for the B.S.A. Soil Science program includes:

• Fall Term:
  • AGRC 110: Scientific Literacy and Communication for the Agricultural Sciences
  • AGRC 111: Discovery in Plant and Soil Sciences
  • AREC 220: History of Indigenous Agriculture in Canada
  • BIOL 120: The Nature of Life
  • CHEM 112: General Chemistry I Structure Bonding and Properties of Materials
• Winter Term:
  • AGRC 112: Animal Agriculture and Food Science
  • AGRC 113: Agri Food Issues and Institutions
  • BIOL 121: The Diversity of Life
  • CHEM 250: Introduction to Organic Chemistry
  • MUS 112: The History of Country Music (elective)

Featured Classes

Some of the featured classes in the B.S.A. Soil Science program include:

• EVSC 380: Grassland Soils and Vegetation: A five-day field course that studies the landscape, soils, and vegetation of the prairie ecozone.
• SLSC 312: Soil Fertility and Fertilizers: A course that examines the forms, flows, and transformations of plant nutrients in soils, with emphasis on Western Canadian agricultural systems.
• SLSC 460: Forest Soils: A course that discusses forest soils and forestry practices, with emphasis on boreal soils.

Why Study Here?

The University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources offers a unique learning environment that combines the advantages of a full-scale university with the benefits of a small, specialized program. The college has strong ties with industry and a reputation for producing well-rounded, quality graduates.

Career Skills

Graduates of the B.S.A. Soil Science program will have excellent industry-endorsed scientific training and a foundation of marketable career skills.

Small Class Sizes

The college offers small class sizes, particularly in third and fourth year, which allows students to get to know their instructors and fellow students and build a network of personal and business contacts.

Research

The college is committed to finding solutions to sustainably feed a hungry and growing world. The five departments provide a foundation for a broad array of research activities, both basic and applied.

Opportunities to Get Involved

The college has one of the campus's most active and spirited student bodies, with several student clubs to join and enhance the university experience.

Careers

Graduates of the B.S.A. Soil Science program can pursue a wide variety of career choices, including:

• Environmental consultants
• Land reclamation specialists
• Surveyors
• Foresters
• Agricultural producers
• Land appraisers
• Hazardous and non-hazardous waste specialists
• Ecologists
• Laboratory technicians and managers
• Laboratory or field researchers and educators

Tuition Estimates

The estimated tuition fees for the B.S.A. Soil Science program are: | Canadian Students | International Students | | --- | --- | | Tuition | $8,419 | $40,747 | | Student Fees | $1,308.24 | $1,308.24 | | Books | $1,500 | $1,500 | | Total | $11,227.24 | $43,555.24 |

Program Option

The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (B.S.A.) Soil Science degree is offered by the University of Saskatchewan's College of Agriculture and Bioresources.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements depend on the student's situation. High school students or graduates, university or college students or graduates, and international students have different requirements.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the B.S.A. Soil Science program are:

• Winter Term: December 1 (documents due: December 15)
• Spring Term: April 1 (documents due: May 1)
• Summer Term: May 1 (documents due: June 1)
• Fall Term: May 1 (documents due: June 1)

Related Programs

Related programs to the B.S.A. Soil Science program include:

• Agronomy
• Environmental Science
• Precision Agriculture
• Resource Science
• Sustainability