The master of science degree program in plant and soil sciences provides students with a background in a specialized discipline, which enables them to enter professional careers or doctoral programs. Specific areas of emphasis in the master’s program include: agronomy, entomology, environmental microbiology, horticulture, and plant pathology. These disciplines are essential to agricultural production, environmental protection and economic development.

Graduates may find employment in many sectors of agriculture and natural resource management including state and federal government, private industry, education, extension, and other fields.