Agricultural Science, B.S.

Description

This major provides students with current professional training in the management agricultural systems found within Nevada. It also provides a strong foundation for a career in land use management. The agricultural science major is unique from those offered by other schools in that it combines several specialized fields of expertise. In addition to rangeland livestock production courses, students take much of their course work in a variety of disciplines, becoming knowledgeable in animal science, wildlife science, soils, botany, and ecology.

The goal of the agricultural science major is to educate students who can compete successfully for agricultural-related jobs in Nevada, the Western United States, and throughout the world. The agricultural science major emphasizes the protection of sustainable natural resources, proper use of livestock and the effective management and economic improvement of rangeland resources. It covers a broad spectrum of university courses centering on the concept of “multiple-use” resource management.

Contact Information

215 Sarah H. Fleischmann Building
(775) 784-6440

Dale Holcombe - daleh@unr.edu

Graduation Requirements

I. University Core Curriculum Requirements (35-43 units)

NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum  chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy”.

II. Major Requirements (68 units)

III. Minor Requirements (0 units)

IV. Electives (9-17 units)

Elective units are selected in consultation with and approved by the major advisor. All courses listed below in any combination are automatically approved as electives.

V. Recommended Schedule