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We have growing food down to a science, and there's so much more for you to discover. Learn about where food comes from and how to:
Through the agricultural science cross-disciplinary major, you'll experience a hands-on, science and business look at the full spectrum of agriculture. You'll graduate with an incredible range of knowledge to draw upon, including in a specialization that matches your professional aspirations and personal interests.
As you study, you'll earn more than a degree. You'll garner the education needed for a long-lasting and rewarding career on the cutting-edge of agriculture.
You'll learn by doing from day one, starting with the basics and moving on to your passions.
In your first class, Agricultural Science 100: Elements of Livestock Production, you'll learn about the care, management and economics of food-producing animals. In addition to rangeland livestock production courses like this one, you'll also take course work in a variety of disciplines, such as animal science, wildlife science, soils, botany and ecology.
By your last semester, you'll be fully immersed in classes specific to your specialization on topics important to you.
All along the way, you'll gain hands-on experience in classrooms, greenhouses and farms, rangelands, research laboratories, internships, student clubs, and Nevada communities, putting your knowledge to work solving real-world challenges right away.
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The Agricultural Science degree program is offered by the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology & Natural Resources' Department of Agriculture, Veterinary & Rangeland Sciences. We're devoted to providing you with strong, cutting-edge teaching, research and engagement programs.
The agricultural education emphasis allows you to earn two degrees, a bachelor's degree in agricultural science and a bachelor of science in secondary education. If you complete this program, you will have fulfilled all course requirements for state licensure in the area of agricultural sciences at the secondary school level in the State of Nevada.
The animal science emphasis includes coursework in animal nutrition, animal reproduction and breeding, organic chemistry and veterinary medicine to prepare you for a career working with animals.
The plant science emphasis focuses on plant breeding and genetics as well as the science of soils to provide a solid foundation in managing plants and crops. You'll also take severl courses in organic chemistry in this emphasis.
The emphasis in general agriculture includes a number of courses focusing on accounting and communications to prepare you for the business and management side of agriculture. You'll also take courses from a number of different areas in agricultural science, including horticulture, soil and animal breeding, among others.
Through the generosity of our many donors and supporters, our College awards over $250,000 in undergraduate and graduate scholarships each year.
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Agricultural scientists are critical to maintaining and developing the food systems that support our society. They work in the field, laboratories and offices in jobs such as:
Agriculture is one of the largest employers worldwide, and agricultural scientists are generally well compensated.
In our Agricultural Science degree program, you'll receive the education and experience that'll prepare you for a successful career in a high-demand industry. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects as fast as average job growth for agricultural scientists from 2020 to 2030.
And, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median salary for agricultural scientist in 2021 was $74,160 per year and job positions typically require at least a Bachelor's degree.
By participating in our University's Honors College while earning your Agricultural Science degree in our College, you'll engage in a series of personalized experiences designed to deepen your capacity to change the world.
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