植物与土壤科学理学硕士

欢迎来到植物与土壤科学系的研究生课程。您作为研究生的时间将是增长的机会之一，您将获得各种各样的学习机会。您最终要对自己的专业道路负责，但是植物和土壤科学系的老师会为您提供帮助。作为初级专业人员，我们鼓励您不仅参与您的研究活动，而且参与您的同学和教职员工。这些交流机会和互动机会将是您的研究生职业生涯以及以后的职业中最有价值的。请不要害羞，结识同学和老师。你不是一个人。享受未来的挑战和增长机会。
The Master of Science program in plant and soil sciences offers a diverse range of learning opportunities that focus on understanding and proficiency in the principles of agronomic research. In consultation with their advisory committee, students will develop a plan for research and coursework that will expose them to topics and experiences from molecular techniques in a lab to applied, field-based research on a cooperating producer's field.<br>Through their research and coursework, students will explore opportunities the department offers to pursue their own interests and make professional connections while building a solid foundation for a successful future.<br><br>The Master of Science degree in plant and soil sciences requires a minimum of 30 credit hours of course work, including six credit hours of PLNT or SOIL 5000 (Master's Thesis). Through coursework and research, students pursuing a Master of Science in plant and soil sciences will gain technical knowledge and experience in the field that enhances their professional skills. Students can specialize in one of the following areas:<br><br>Crop Physiology<br>Cropping Systems and Modeling<br>Plant Biotechnology<br>Plant Breeding and Genetics<br>Soil Chemistry<br>Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management<br>Soil Microbiology<br>Soil Physics<br>Water and Waste Management<br>Weed Science