PROGRAM DEFINITION
Each plant protection sciences major studies a core curriculum that provides a comprehensive look at plant protection encompassing course work in entomology, plant protection sciences and weed science. Core classes automatically qualify students for a minor in biological sciences. Beyond the core classes, students create their own specialized program of study in the area of their personal interests. Students with interests in crop production, horticulture or natural resources find plant protection sciences an excellent major to fulfill their career goals.
NEBRASKA POINTS OF DISTINCTION
Students can specialize in one of three options:
FACILITIES
The Department of Plant Pathology is located on the University of Nebraska — Lincoln’s East Campus in the Plant Sciences Building.
FACULTY
http://plantpath.unl.edu
- Entomology — will prepare you for a career in a variety of educational, scientific, or service enterprises by balancing your studies in the agricultural and biological sciences.
- Plant Pathology — will best prepare you for graduate school or for employment in academic, private enterprise and government.
- Weed Science — will prepare you for graduate study in agronomy or employment with farm management and consulting firms, agricultural cooperatives, chemical companies, custom pesticide applicators, and state or federal research and extension agencies.
Additional Information
OUTCOMES:
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
With a professional degree in plant protection sciences, careers are possible in:
- Crop Consulting
- Plant Breeding
- Urban Pest Control
- Golf Course Management
- Research
- Extension
- Governmental Regulatory Agencies
- Industry
CONTACTS:
Undergraduate program contact:
Dr. James E. Partridge
Advising Coordinator
University of Nebraska — Lincoln
406 Plant Sciences Hall
Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0722
(402) 472-3160
jpartridge1@unl.edu