The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture provides students with a sound
basis in the natural and social sciences and a broad knowledge of
agriculture, agri-food systems, and the role of agriculture in both the
Great Plains and global contexts. Graduates will be prepared to address
major agricultural issues and challenges, including: resource use
consistent with sustainable production of food, feed, fibre and fuel;
production, processing and marketing of high quality food and non-food
products, research, development and implementation of innovative and
efficient production, processing and marketing systems. There are
numerous and wide-ranging fields of study to choose from in the B.S.A.
degree.
After a common set of first year courses, students must follow an
approved Honours or Majors field of study. Fields of study include
Agricultural Biology, Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Animal Science,
Applied Plant Ecology, Crop Science, Environmental Science, Food and
Bioproduct Sciences, Horticulture Science and Soil Science. An 18
credit unit minor in another field of study can also be taken. Double
majors are not permitted. The B.S.A. degree requires completion of a
minimum of 120 credit units, typically 30 credit units per each of the
four academic years. Students are required to achieve a 60% Cumulative
Weighted Average.
Agronomy is one of the most diverse specializations in the B.S.A.
degree program. Students incorporate courses from several disciplines
and learn to approach agronomic issues from several different
perspectives. Graduates acquire an understanding of the biological,
ecological and economic principles of crop production and soil
management, as well as an appreciation of the short and long term
effects of agricultural production on the environment.
Students may also choose to pursue a Diploma in Agronomy. The Diploma in Agronomy is a two year program made up of a combination of plant science, soil science, and biological engineering courses. These courses provide graduates with practical skills in field agronomy and diagnostics, field equipment, and with a broader knowledge of the agricultural sector. Students completing a diploma, along with an additional 60 credit units of approved course work in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources, will be eligible to obtain a B.S.A. degree.
Students transferring into the B.S.A. program with 18 or more
credit units of transfer credits must obtain an approved schedule of
courses from a program advisor prior to registration. Students
entering the college with credit for B.S.A. courses must complete at
least 30 credit units of approved senior courses while registered in
the College of Agriculture and Bioresources.
Bachelor of Science in Agronomy (B.S.A)
Year 1 - Term 1 (15 credit units)
Year 1 - Term 2 (15 credit units)
Year 2 (30 credit units)
- BIOL 222.3
- BIOL 226.3
- MATH 104.3 or MATH 110.3 or MATH 125.3
- One of PLSC 213.3 or PLSC 220.3
- PLSC 222.3
- PLSC 214.3 or STAT 245.3
- RCM 300.3
- SLSC 240.3
Choose 3 credit units from the following:
- ENG 111.3
- ENG 112.3
- ENG 113.3
- ENG 114.3
Choose 3 credit units from the following:
Year 3 and 4 (60 credit units)
PLSC 335 and SLSC 312 must be taken in year 3; PLSC 401 and PLSC 417 must be taken in year 4.
- BPBE 320.3
- BPBE 343.3
- PLSC 240.3
- PLSC 335.3
- PLSC 401.3
- PLSC 417.3
- PLSC 492.3 or PLSC 494.6 (3 credit units count as restricted electives)
- SLSC 312.3
Choose 6 credit units from the following:
- BIOL 345.3
- PLSC 234.3
- PLSC 340.3
- PLSC 345.3
Choose 3 credit units from the following:
- BLE 309.3
- EVSC 430.3
- SLSC 232.3
- SLSC 313.3
- SLSC 322.3
- SLSC 343.3
- SLSC 480.3
Choose 3 credit units from the following:
- AGRN 375.3
- AGRN 382.3
- ANSC 410.3
- BLE 275.3
- PLSC 333.3
- PLSC 418.3
- PLSC 420.3
- PLSC 422.3
- PLSC 441.3
- PLSC 451.3
Restricted Electives (18 credit units)
Students can choose courses for completion of a minor (not including Field Crop Production, Horticulture or Rangeland Resources) or choose courses selected from the following list: RRM 215.3, BPBE 254.3, BPBE 346.3, BPBE 347.3, BLE 205.3, ANBI 375.3, FABS 432.3, any 200-level or above course in Agronomy, Plant Science, Environmental or Soil Science not required for the major, or courses approved by an advisor.
Open Electives (6 credit units)
- Choose 6 credit units of open electives.
Diploma in Agronomy
The
Diplomas in Agriculture and Bioresources are two year programs targeted at specific
employment opportunities. Consisting of degree-level courses, the diplomas
ladder directly into specific degree programs in the College of Agriculture and
Bioresources. Students completing a Diploma in Agronomy, along with an
additional 60 credit units of approved course work in the College of
Agriculture and Bioresources will be eligible to obtain a B.S.A degree.
Year 1 - Term 1 (12 credit units)
- AGRC 111.3
- BIOL 120.3
- ECON 111.3
Choose 3 credit units from the following:
- open electives
- Note: CMPT 100.3, Introduction to Computers, or an equivalent computer course is recommended for students who lack basic computer skills.
Year 1 - Term 2 (15 credit units)
- AGRC 113.3
- BLE 205.3
- BIOL 222.3
- PLSC 201.3
- SLSC 240.3
Year 1 - Summer Term (3 credit units)
Year 2 - Term 1 (15 credit units)
- PLSC 335.3
- RCM 300.3
- SLSC 312.3
Choose 6 credit units from the following restricted electives:
- AGRC 112.3
- BLE 261.3
- BLE 275.3
- BLE 309.3
- BPBE 230.3
- BPBE 251.3
- BPBE 343.3
- BPBE 347.3
- PLSC 213.3
- PLSC 214.3
- PLSC 220.3
- PLSC 234.3
- PLSC 235.3
- PLSC 311.3
- PLSC 330.3
- PLSC 333.3
- PLSC 408.3
- PLSC 418.3
- PLSC 420.3
- PLSC 445.3
- SLSC 232.3
Year 2 - Term 2 (15 credit units)
- AGRN 375.3
- PLSC 340.3
- PLSC 345.3
Choose 6 credit units from the following restricted electives:
- AGRC 112.3
- BLE 261.3
- BLE 275.3
- BLE 309.3
- BPBE 230.3
- BPBE 251.3
- BPBE 343.3
- BPBE 347.3
- PLSC 213.3
- PLSC 214.3
- PLSC 234.3
- PLSC 235.3
- PLSC 311.3
- PLSC 330.3
- PLSC 333.3
- PLSC 408.3
- PLSC 418.3
- PLSC 420.3
- PLSC 445.3
- SLSC 232.3
