Online Plant Soil Sciences Degree :: Accredited Universities

Texas Tech University's Department of Plant and Soil Science makes it possible for students to turn a love of plants and fresh air into a lucrative career by pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Plant and Soil Science. Manage golf courses and athletic fields. Own your own nursery. Provide environmental consulting. Develop shade-tolerant strains of grass. Design environmental plantings for urban areas. Manage a commercial orchard, greenhouse, or botanical garden. Design, install and maintain interiorscapes. The opportunities are endless.

Program Overview
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- 120 credit hours

Coursework is completed primarily online. Some courses, like lab sciences, cannot be taught online and must be taken face-to-face at a college or university in your area.

- Prerequisite: high school diploma or GED

- Students are not required to enroll in a certain number of courses each semester, so completion time varies by individual. Learn more about the difference between part-time and full-time undergraduate enrollment.

- Semester-based courses run with the Academic Calendar of Texas Tech University. New students may enroll at the beginning of any one of the four yearly sessions.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have completed high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.

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The M.S. program in Land Resources and Environmental Sciences is designed to provide outstanding graduate training opportunities across a substantial breadth of disciplinary interests. Research and coursework programs are specifically adapted to each graduate student. Research projects are directed toward improving our understanding of principles and processes important to land resources and environmental sciences, with opportunities for direct ties to management in many cases. Many projects address processes at multiple scales through well-integrated, multi-disciplinary efforts. Understanding is developed through targeted advanced coursework tailored to the student and to the research project. Research projects involve topics such as hydrology, watershed analysis, integrated management of invasive plant species, soil nutrient management, bioremediation, land reclamation, restoration ecology, fluvial systems ecology and restoration, riparian ecology, microbial ecology of natural systems, chemical fate and transport, water quality, crop diversification, precision agriculture, environmental risk assessment, remote sensing applications, and climate variability.

Entry Requirements

Any applicant who has received a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university may apply for admission to The Graduate School.

An undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Applicants with post-baccalaureate coursework must have a graduate GPA of at least 3.0.

International applicants
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International applicants must prove English Language proficiency in one of the following ways :

Internet-based TOEFL Test (iBT) 80
Paper-based TOEFL Test (PBT) 550
IELTS 7

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Plant and Soil Science includes the study of plant genetics, breeding, biotechnology, molecular biology, physiology, biochemistry, weed control, and crop management as applied to efficient and economical production of field crops. Texas Tech University's online Master of Science in Plant and Soil Science allows students to study how to use and manage the application of biological, chemical and physical sciences with regard to natural and human-affected environments.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

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From the human genome to the ecosystem, biological sciences are an exciting field of study.

At Massey, biological sciences are especially strong - we have a large staff of biologists, microbiologists and ecologists. This means a major in biological science at Massey will give you an in-depth and comprehensive understanding in a number of biological disciplines - which is a bonus when selecting a job.

Some of the most significant results from the study of biological sciences are being applied in areas such as human health, unravelling the human genome, novel pharmaceutical products derived from plants and animals, the problems of conserving very rare species (biodiversity), finding out who is related to who in the natural world (with spin-offs to forensic science), and managing ecosystem services - which supply us with fresh water, clean air, and fertile soil.

Studying biological sciences at Massey will give you the opportunity to take a multidisciplinary overview of this important and fast-moving field of science and its applications.

Massey scientists are on the world stage in so many areas of biology from the applied sciences in agriculture and animal science and food technology, to the latest theories about the origins of life and the processes of molecular evolution. At Massey, you’ll encounter many internationally renowned scientists and learn first-hand from the experts.

Entry Requirements

All students must have a university entrance qualification, see Massey University undergraduate entry requirements. A background in biology at NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent) is very useful and other Science subjects (chemistry, and statistics in particular) are helpful. Chemistry is strongly recommended if you want to emphasise molecular aspects of this major.

If you have some chemistry background, but not to NCEA Level 3 (or equivalent), we recommend that you take 123.103 Introductory Chemistry before beginning your programme. This paper will introduce you to basic chemical vocabulary and provides training in the important chemical principles. Similarly, if you have not done NCEA Level 3 Biology you can take 162.103 Introductory Biology. Before enrolling in these papers you will need a university entrance qualification or, if you enrol over the Summer, you must achieve University Entrance before the beginning of Semester One

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

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Expand your expertise in turfgrass science and business management and maximize your career potential with a Bachelor of Science in Turfgrass Science. In addition to covering such topics as pesticides, turfgrass breeding, genetics, and plant nutrition and fertility, the program also encompasses soil science and water quality course work. The online bachelor’s degree in turfgrass science is also designed to sharpen your skills in such areas as business management, communications, and basic and applied sciences.

Why a Turf Degree Online at Penn State?

Legacy — Penn State became a leader in turfgrass education in 1929 when we launched one of the first turfgrass programs in the United States. As the first university to offer a two-year technical program specifically for golf course superintendents, and as the first to offer an undergraduate major in turfgrass science, we built a solid foundation for the turfgrass management programs that we offer today through the World Campus:

- Turfgrass Management Certificate
- Turfgrass Management, Advanced Certificate
- Associate in Science in Turfgrass Science and Management
- Bachelor of Science in Turfgrass Science
- Master of Professional Studies in Turfgrass Management

GCSAA Credits — the credits you receive for your Penn State turfgrass courses may be used toward Golf Course Superintendents Association of America education points to meet entry and/or renewal requirements for Class A and/or Certified Golf Course Superintendent (CGCS) status. In addition, GCSAA education points earned by members through attendance at the National GIS Education Conference and Golf Industry Show seminars may satisfy some requirements of the turfgrass undergraduate degrees or certificates. If you have questions about receiving these credits, please speak with your adviser.

Who Should Apply?

If you have an interest in the turf industry, the bachelor's degree in turfgrass science can give you the skills and advantage you need to move ahead. Taken independently or as a follow-up to the advanced certificate or the associate degree, this program provides an integrated curriculum that can help you prepare for any career related to turfgrass management.

Career Opportunities for Graduates

The Bachelor of Science in Turfgrass Science was created for golf course and sports field professionals who want to take their careers to the next level. Those with a degree in turf management can work in a variety of positions, including:

golf course superintendent
athletic field manager
grounds manager or foreman
industry sales

Entry Requirements

To apply for this program, you must be a high school graduate, or have completed your GED.

International applicants
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International students whose native language is not English must submit proof of English language proficiency.
The scores must be less than two years old. The following are ways in which you can satisfy the language proficiency requirement:

TOEFL: A minimum TOEFL score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL or 550 on the paper exam (score reports must be official and cannot be more than two years old (code #2660);

IELTS: A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 on the academic test

SAT score of 530 or higher on the critical reading section (code #2660);

ACT score of 24 or higher on the English section (code #3656);

IGCSE score of A, B, or C on the English language exam,
IB score of 5 or higher on the English Language & Literature (SL/HL) exam.

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