Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

    Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

    Duration4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    CAD 32,433 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

    About

    Why choose a bachelor of science degree in Agriculture?

    The world's population will soon be nine billion and everyone will need food – which is why there are four jobs available for every U of G graduate in agriculture. Enjoy learning about food production and the way it should be approached. Gain new perspectives on food through scientific, business and environmental lenses. Focus your studies by specializing in either Animal Science, Crop Science, Honours Agriculture, or Horticulture.

    Experiential learning opportunities such as co-op, studying abroad, field trips, and research opportunities. Connect with your classmates and industry members by participating in student club activities, networking events and competitions that will empower you towards a successful career in food and agriculture.

    Our highly-acclaimed professors will help you shape the way the world tackles food, and the challenges surrounding food production for the future. Their shared knowledge will set you up for successful careers in fields as varied as livestock nutrition, agricultural mechanics, agricultural economics, and horticulture.

    To see all courses offered in this program, visit our Academic Calendar.

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    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants from Bahrain, Jordan, Palestine, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Yemen must present the National Secondary School Education/Leaving Certificate (Tawjihiyah) with very good/excellent results overall and in appropriate subjects.

    Students from Kuwait should present the Shahad-al-thanawia-al-a-a'ama (General Secondary School Certificate) with excellent results and those from UAE, the Secondary School Certificate (Shahadat Al-Thanawiya Al-Amma). See UAE for more details. Documents must be official and come from the school, Ministry or the appropriate Cultural Bureau.

    English Program Requirements

    Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program (ELCP): Successful completion of the University of Guelph’s Open Learning Advanced Level of the English Language Certificate Program (ELCP) (levels 9 and 10) is also considered an acceptable form of testing for English proficiency.

    Cambridge English: C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency: Minimum overall score of 176 with no band less than 169.

    Canadian Academic English (CAEL): Paper and Computer-based: Language Assessment Minimum overall band score of 70.

    Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 110. Individual subscores may be considered.

    International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS - Academic): Paper and Computer-based: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.

    Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum overall score of 60 with no score less than 60 in the individual components.

    Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): For both internet-based and home-edition tests: Minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21. Effective January 21, 2026: Minimum overall score of 4.5.

    Career

    • Agriculture Journalist
    • Animal Nutritionist
    • Community Developer
    • Consultant
    • Crop Sales Specialist
    • Government Advisor
    • Greenhouse Manager
    • Landscape Manager
    • Marketing Specialist
    • Plant Breeder
    • Research Specialist

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    32,433 / year
    Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
    University of Guelph
    University of Guelph
    Canada

    Canada, Guelph

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