Plant Science ,(DipTech)

Plants play a key role in the well-being of humans and animals by providing nutrition, and by contributing to a healthy and beautiful environment. Plants are a source of food, feed, fiber, fuel, and pharmaceuticals. When you understand plants, you will have the power to tackle issues related to food quality, safety and security, clean air, and clean water. Here you’ll gain the skills to contribute to one of our world’s greatest problems: finding ways to sustainably feed our planet’s fast-growing population.

Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to be a Professional Agrologist by becoming a member in the Nova Scotia Institute of Agrologists or another provincial association of agrologists.

Program-specific admission requirements

BSc. (Agr) Degree Major in Plant Science

• Minimum overall average: 75%

• Academic English 12

• Pre-calculus Math 12*

• Three additional academic subjects

*If you don't have the appropriate pre-calculus math class, but are otherwise qualified, you may be admitted on the condition that you complete a Grade 12 pre-calculus equivalent upgrading course before you arrive at Dalhousie.

Diploma in Technology Plant Science

• Minimum overall average: 60%

• Academic English 12

• Academic Math 11

• Academic Chemistry 11

• One of: Academic Biology 10 or Academic Science 10

• Four additional academic Grade 12 subjects

This program may employ a competitive average for admission purposes; meeting minimum posted requirements does not guarantee admission.

With our four-year Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a major in Plant Science, you will be prepared for a variety of careers. Your training will provide experience for a diverse job market, in positions in university research labs, provincial and federal government service agencies, extension services, urban agriculture and community organizations, private industry in agribusiness, consulting, farming, processing, or marketing.

Future studies may include programs at the graduate level in agriculture or science.