Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Agricultural Science & Technology] From University of Maryland

Agricultural Sciences and Technology students are required to take courses in Agronomy, Plant Science, Agricultural Economics, Animal Sciences, Environmental Science and Technology, and Pest Management. The high number of restricted and non-restricted electives in this curriculum allows students the flexibility to develop an academic program compatible with their personal interests and goals.

• AGST students have diverse backgrounds and professional goals. Some students are interested in managing a farm or greenhouse, teaching in a FFA program, environmental aspects of farming, university extension, agricultural communications, marketing, or graduate school. Some students transfer in from community college others start as freshman. A number of students double major in AGST and another university major. However, all AGST have an interest in learning more about agriculture.

• Students will develop technical and knowledge-based skills in the required areas of study.

• Students will use technical and basic learned knowledge to collaborate, solve problems, and then articulate conclusions.

• Students shall develop effective communication skills and demonstrate the ability to present ideas with clarity to an appropriate audience.
• Students will connect and build relationships with external groups in the appropriate fields of study.