Plant Sciences Major

Description: A general program that focuses on the scientific principles that underlie the breeding, cultivation, and production of agricultural plants, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural plant products. Includes instruction in the plant sciences, crop cultivation and production, and agricultural and food products processing. Is Plant Sciences the right major for you?
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Plant Sciences Major

What Courses Do Plant Sciences Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Plant Sciences majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.