About the course

The Agricultural Biology major with a concentration in Weed Science provides a strong scientific foundation in weed science to address challenges in natural and managed systems. Students will gain tools to foster sustainability and address pressing issues involving biophysical and sociocultural components of these systems. The major features courses in agriculture, biology, and ecology as well as practical training through internships and/or research experiences. Students will also learn the complex interactions that occur among microbes, insects, and plant species in natural and managed ecosystems and develop skills to use systems thinking to solve real-world problems. Knowledge and skills gained from the major will enable students to identify and solve complex problems in natural and managed systems, especially implementing effective and sustainable pest management.

　　Learning Outcomes

　　• Integrate skills and knowledge to solve problems related to plants, insects, and microbes in natural and managed ecosystems

　　• Demonstrate understanding of social, economic, and biophysical aspects of the management of biological problems in natural and managed ecosystems

　　• Describe, assess, analyze, and synthesize knowledge from across the curriculum to create solutions for pests and beneficial species in natural and managed ecosystems

　　• Promote and practice inclusion to form effective teams that solve complex problems in natural and managed ecosystems

　　• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences regarding sustainable pest and pathogen management in natural and managed ecosystems Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Fort Collins
Summer (May), 2024	Fort Collins
Fall (August), 2024	Fort Collins
Spring (January), 2025	Fort Collins
Summer (May), 2025	Fort Collins
Spring (January), 2026	Fort Collins
Summer (May), 2026	Fort Collins

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Colorado State University

Submit your most recent transcripts or mark sheets. We will ask for additional materials if necessary.All decisions are provisional until a final, official transcript verifying graduation is received.Only transcripts sent directly from the school or stamped and sealed are considered official.In general, students with a 3.0+ GPA (on a 4.0 scale) and a steady or upward trend in grades are admitted to CSU.

　　IELTS Academic - 6

　　TOEFL IBT - 72

　　

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