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Cal Poly Pomona

Academics Programs

Academic programs offered by the College of Agriculture include eight bachelor of science programs, five master of science programs, thirteen minors and three credential programs.

Master's Degree

Agricultural Science

The Master of Science degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Science subplan provides students the opportunity to enhance knowledge and competence in a selected area of specialization and encourages individual study and research. The curriculum is designed to assist individuals employed in agricultural education to become more proficient in research methodology and design, statistical analysis, utilization of technology, and advance in a concentration area of their choice. Faculty Coordinator: Professor Alex Hess (909) 869-2206

Animal Science

The Master of Science degree program in Agriculture with a subplan in Animal Science provides students the opportunity to enhance their knowledge and competence in a selected area of specialization and encourages individual study and research. The curriculum is designed to expose students to research techniques and the use of scientific literature, and to prepare them for positions of responsibility in animal production, business, or the related animal industries. Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Broc Sandelin (909) 869-2095

Irrigation Science

The Irrigation Science subplan in the Master of Science in Agriculture allows students to develop knowledge and competence in a specialize area of irrigation and water management. Graduate students may concentrate on enhancing their skills in research methodologies and design and statistical analysis and/or a professional technical track with more emphasis in irrigation system's design and water management and public water conservation programs.

Nutrition and Food Science

The Master of Science in Agriculture with the subplan in Nutrition and Food Science offers interdisciplinary in-depth study of the principles and application of nutritional and food sciences. The program is structured with Thesis and Non-Thesis tracks. Both tracks meet the objectives of both the generalist and those seeking specialization in one of the following areas: nutritional biochemistry, community nutrition, clinical nutrition, or food science.

Plant Science

The Plant Science Subplan in the Master of Science in Agriculture allows students to develop knowledge and competence in a specialized area of science through individualized study and research. The program is designed to build upon a strong background in the physical, natural and agricultural sciences.

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