Program Overview
The Agronomy (Concentration in Agroecology) at University of Florida is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Agronomy (Concentration in Agroecology) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 565 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agronomy (Concentration in Agroecology) programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Global Agroecosystems
- Crop Ecology
- Soils Envirnomental Professionals
- Ecophysiology of Crops
- Env. Crop Nutrition
- Principles of Pesticides
- Adv Weed Science
- Integrated Weed Management
- Insect Ecology
- General Plant Pathology
- Instructional techniques for ag and life sciences
- Ecological and general systems
- Natural resources and environmental policy
- Ecology of ecosystem restoration
- Topics in forest resources and conservation
- Management and hydrologic restoration of watershed
- Fertilizers, manufacture and use
- Relationships of land use, soil and water
- Soil organisms, nutrient cycles, bioremediation
- Microbiological quality & safety of drinking & recreational waters
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application Procedure for the Agroecology Specialization:
- One Page Essay stating your research interests and background. Specify your interest in one of the four specialty areas: Genetics, Management & Nutritio, Physiology & Ecology, Weed Science
- GRE test score. (The GRE score expire 5 years and the TOEFL score expire 2 years, from the test date.)
- Transcript Copies from previously attended colleges or universities.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 565 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 565 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Florida directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Florida
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Gainesville, United States
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months