Ø Background to the program and subject area:
The Horticulture and Crop Science program was established in 1973 under the name of Plant Production and Protection department, which is later in 1980 separated to two different departments, one of them is Plant production department. In 2002, the department was renamed as the Department of Horticulture and Crop Science. The program has now 16 faculty members and 9 employees (academic-administrative). The program grants Bachelor degree.
Ø Vision statements of the program:
This program is looking forward to reach the highest levels of science that contributes in serving the agricultural related aspects and at all levels (Jordanian, regional and international), whether by graduates or throughout the results of scientific research done by the academic and technical staff. The staff members are looking to develop educational programs and to add the new scientific fields.
Ø Mission statements of the program:
The mission of the program is to educate students and interact with producers, associated industries, professional groups and society through a distinctive curriculum and a dynamic research activity.
Ø Program Educational Objectives (PEOs):
- Provide students with a strong foundation in horticulture and crop science by teaching them scientific principles and practical techniques.
- Supply the local, regional, and international agricultural sectors with competent and distinguished graduates.
- Provide students with a solid scientific foundation that enables them to pursue further education in horticulture and crop science at local and international universities.
- Emphasizes raising awareness among farmers, investors, and consumers about the scientific methods of horticultural production and the proper post-harvest conservation of products.