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Bachelor of Science in Agriculture - Crop Science
Program Overview
Introduction to the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture program focuses on the areas of plant growth, soils, and factors affecting plant production. Students gain knowledge and practical skills in plant biotechnology, breeding, and production management techniques used to develop, grow, and market high-quality and high-yield crops.
Why Study Agriculture at the University of Alberta?
The University of Alberta's Faculty of Agricultural, Life & Environmental Sciences prepares students for a successful career in a range of agriculture-related industries. Areas of study include plant and animal biology, the role of biotechnology in society, and environmentally sustainable approaches to land use and management.
Why Study at the University of Alberta?
The University of Alberta offers flexible, interdisciplinary programs and integrated experiential opportunities, allowing students to follow their passions inside and outside the classroom. Students can access one of the largest faculty scholarship programs at the institution and get involved with the thriving student community for a memorable and life-changing university experience.
Possible Careers
- Agriculture Specialist
- Agrologist
- Agronomist
- Crop and Livestock Producer
- Environmental Consultant
- Food Processing Plant Supervisor
- Plant / Animal / Soil Scientist
- Policy Analyst
- Production Specialist
- Regulatory Affairs Advisor
- Sales and Marketing Manager
- Soil Conservationist
- Soil Scientist
Program Requirements
Admissions Requirements for 2026 - 2027
This information is for students applying directly from high school. Transfer students should see the Calendar.
Requirements
- English Language Arts 30-1
- Mathematics 30-1
- Biology 30
- Chemistry 30
- One of the following subjects:
- Fine Arts
- Drama 30
- Choral Music 30
- Performing Arts 35A
- Adv Acting/Touring Theatre 35
- Applied Graphic Arts 35
- Audio 35
- Ballet 35
- Choir 35
- CommunicationTech Adv(CTS-5Cr)
- Contemporary Dance 35
- Dance 35
- Portfolio Art 35
- Dance Composition 35
- Design Thinking Innovation 35
- Directing 35
- Drawing(Adv Techn) 35(CTS-5Cr)
- Film & Media Arts 35(CTS-5Cr)
- Guitar 35
- Instrumental Jazz 35
- Jazz Dance 35
- Musical Theatre Performance 35
- Technical Theatre EPS 35
- Pottery/Ceramics(Adv Techn) 35
- Technical Theatre 35 (5Cr)
- Theatre Arts 35
- Vocal Jazz 35
- Musical Theatre 35
- General Music 30
- Art 30
- Art 31
- Instrumental Music 30
- Humanities
- History Americas 30 (IB)
- Social Studies 30-1
- Aboriginal Studies 30
- CTS-Enterprise&Innovat-5Credit
- CTS-Financial Mgmt Adv-5Credit
- CTS-Mgmt & Market Adv-5Credit
- Macro-Economics 30 and Micro-Economics 30
- Languages other than English
- German Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- German Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- German Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- German Language Arts 30
- Spanish Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Spanish Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Spanish Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Spanish Language Arts 30
- Chinese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Chinese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Chinese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Chinese Language Arts 30
- Hungarian Lang & Culture 35-3Y
- Swedish L & C 35-3Y
- Am Sgn Lng & Deaf Culture 35
- Am Sign L & C 35-9Y
- Cree L & C 30-12Y
- Cree Lang & Culture 30
- Cree Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Cree Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Cree Language & Culture 30-9Y
- Ukrainian Lang Arts 30
- Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Ukranian Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Hebrew Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
- Hebrew Language Arts 35
- Russian Lang & Culture 35 3Y
- Latin 30
- Arabic L & C 35-12Y
- Arabic L & C 35-6Y
- Arabic Language Arts 30
- French 30-3Y
- French Language Arts 20-1
- Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30
- Blackfoot Lang & Cult 30-12Y
- Japanese Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Japanese Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Japanese Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Portuguese Lang &Culture 35-3Y
- Dene Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
- Filipino Lang & Culture 35-3Y
- Korean Lang & Culture 35
- Polish Language & Arts 35
- Nakoda Lang & Culture 35-12Y
- Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 12Y
- Polish Lang & Culture 35 - 3Y
- Tsuut'ina Lang &Culture 35-12Y
- Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Punjabi Lang & Culture 30-9Y
- Punjabi Lang & Culture 35
- Italian Lang & Culture 30-12Y
- Italian Lang & Culture 30-3Y
- Italian Lang & Culture 30-6Y
- Francais 30-1
- Francais 30-2
- French 30-9Y
- French 31
- French Language Arts 30-1
- French Language Arts 30-2
- Options
- Forestry Adv (CTS-5Cr)
- Agriculture Adv (CTS-5Cr)
- Wildlife Adv (CTS-5Cr)
- Foods Adv (CTS-5Cr)
- Math/Sciences
- Science 30
- Mathematics 30-2*
- Computing Science ADV(CTS-5Cr)
- Biology 30
- Mathematics 31
- Physics 30
- Chemistry 30
- Mathematics 30-1
- Fine Arts
Only one of Mathematics 30-1 or Mathematics 30-2 can be used for admission.
English Language Proficiency
The primary language of instruction is English. For more information on the English Language Proficiency policy, refer to the University of Alberta Calendar. Information on writing ELP examinations is also available.
Indigenous Applicants
The University of Alberta is committed to encouraging Indigenous students in their work towards a degree. For more information on Admission of Indigenous Students, refer to the University of Alberta Calendar.
Deadline
- Fall application
- Domestic: March 1, 2026
- International: March 1, 2026
Tuition and Fees
While the cost calculator can give an estimate based on full-time for the program selected, tuition will be evaluated based on the specific courses registered in.
Scholarships and Financial Support
The Office of the Registrar administers over $52 million each year in scholarships, awards, and financial support for undergraduate students, as well as financial and loan advising. Additional scholarships are also available for specific faculties and programs.
