The Master of Science in the Plant, Soil and Environmental Science Program will prepare students with the expertise needed to assume technical, teaching, research and extension positions in universities, industries, and federal/state governments. The curriculum includes courses associated with theory and practical training in plant, soil and environmental sciences.

 

There are three concentrations/tracks associated with the program:

 

• Plant Science
  
  This option allows students to focus on plant science course work, field and greenhouse studies, laboratory analysis, biotechnology and tissue culture. This track emphasizes integration of theory and technology across the curriculum. Students will develop skills to work in the growing horticulture and biotechnology industries.
  
• Soil Science
  
  The soil science option prepares students to develop skills in the management and conservation of soil resources for sustainability. Students will explore problems in soils relating to agriculture and the environment. This is achieved by the knowledge gained from the course work, laboratory analysis, and field tours that will expose the students to real world situations.
  
  Chemical, physical, microbiological and mineralogical aspects of soil science will be presented in class, laboratory and field settings to reinforce the overall implications of soil resources.
  
  
• Environmental Science
  
  This concentration prepares students to diagnose environmental problems, develop solutions and manage for environmental sustainability. The course work includes theory in environmental science and practical training in field and laboratory settings including case studies. The instruction includes multimedia presentations on environmental science. This track prepares students for employment with federal and state agencies and private sector involved in environmental protection.

All tracks require the completion of 30 credit hours in the thesis option and 33 credit hours in the non-thesis option. Both the options require students to successfully pass a comprehensive examination. The thesis option requires the completion of a thesis whereas non-thesis option requires students to conduct a special problem study.

For More Information

For more information on the Master of Science in Plant, Soil and Environmental Science program, please contact:

 

Dr. G.B. Reddy, Chairperson or Dr. M.R. Reddy, Graduate Coordinator
Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design
238 Carver Hall
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro , NC 27411
Phone: (336) 334-7779
Fax: (336) 334-7844

 

For more information on applying to the Graduate School, please contact:

The School of Graduate Studies
Gibbs Hall, Room 120
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro , NC 27411
Phone: (336) 334-7920
Fax: (336) 334-7282