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B.S. in Horticulture, Plant and Soil Science

Graduation requirements
Core program requirements

Students pursuing a Horticulture, Plant and Soil Science degree may choose from two Areas of Emphasis:

Horticultural Science ... emphasizes an in-depth study of the basic sciences in conjunction with a broad knowledge of horticulture. Careers include research positions with universities, conservatories, the USDA, industry, and state and federal regulatory services. Graduates are well prepared to pursue the advanced degrees often necessary for these positions. For a more detailed description of career options, click here

Horticulture Enterprise Management ... emphasizes a diverse horticultural production background as well as proficiency in business skills. Careers include the management of production operations for nurseries, greenhouses or fruit/vegetable farms; installation and maintenance of exterior and interior ornamental plants; marketing horticultural supplies and products; management of arboreta, botanical gardens and conservatories; and service as horticultural extension agents or in technical positions at university and professional laboratories. For a more detailed description of career options, click here

Graduation requirements:

Students must complete a minimum of 128 semester credit hours with at least 45 credit hours from courses at the 300 level or above. In addition to the University Studies, College and major requirements, students must select an Area of Emphasis with the assistance of an advisor and fulfill the area's program requirements.

Further details are available from:

Dr Jack Buxton
Horticulture Program,
N-318 Agriculture Science North
University of Kentucky
Telephone (859) 257-3781
jbuxton@uky.edu

This site was last updated on February 1, 2008