Washington State university

Course Details

Agricultural Biotechnology

Course Description

The agricultural biotechnology major is designed for students interested in careers as laboratory or research technicians in plant biotechnology, breeding, genetics, or physiology. It can also be excellent preparation for graduate study. WSU has several excellent biotechnology-focused graduate programs. The degree given is a bachelor of science in integrated plant sciences with a major in agricultural biotechnology. A professional internship is required for graduation. Strengths of the program Receive top-quality classroom, field, and laboratory experiences required for well-paying careers in industry, government, and farming. Learn from professors who are among the nation’s most productive and creative in the field. Several of the program’s faculty are members of the National Academy of Sciences, American Society of Agronomy, and Soil Science Society of America. Work with faculty on research funded by the National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and U.S. Department of Agriculture. Join a math, science, and engineering community residence hall at WSU Pullman — share classes with your neighbors, study together, get free tutoring, and use the hall’s computer lab. Support from American Society of Plant Biologists for undergraduate research.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
3year

Career outcomes

Careers in agricultural biotechnology Jobs are available in government agencies, commercial businesses, and nonprofit organizations in the fields of crop physiology, plant breeding, biotechnology, and environmental quality. Here are some examples of where you could find jobs; this isn't a comprehensive list, but you can see that there are plenty of places to put your degree to work.




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