Plant Pathology is the study of plant diseases that devastate our crops, forests, and landscapes. Students completin
g this program earn the degree Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and will study plant diseases, plant science, biology, microbiology, genetics, and soil science as well as diseases of field crops, trees, turfgrass, ornamentals, fruits and vegetables, and courses on pathogens and plant-microbe interactions. Students can pursue one of two specializations: Plant Health Management or Plant Microbiology.
Possible Career Options
| Clinic Diagnostician | Medicinal Chemist |
| Plant Pathologist | Plant Protection & Quarantine Officer |
Classes and Curriculum
Plant Health Management Specialization
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Curriculum Requirements |
Enrolled Autumn 2022 - Summer 2023 (pdf) | |
| Enrolled Autumn 2023 and thereafter (pdf) |
View Plant Health Management requirements prior to Autumn 2022
Plant Microbiology Specialization
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Curriculum Requirements |
Enrolled Autumn 2022 - Summer 2023 | |
| Enrolled Autumn 2023 and thereafter (pdf) |
Note: In Autumn 2022, the Plant Pathology major adopted two new specializations (Plant Health Management and Plant Microbiology), and the former Plant Health Management major was deactivated. View Plant Pathology requirements prior to Autumn 2022 | View Plant Health Management requirements prior to Autumn 2022
Getting Involved
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Plant Health and Resource Management (PHARM) Club The Plant Health and Resource Management (PHARM) Club hosts social and educational events as well as engages in service activities for Plant Pathology and Plant Health Management majors, minors, and any other student interested in plants. |
Questions?
Contact:
| Monica Lewandowski |
| Assistant Professor |
| Department of Plant Pathology |
| (614) 247-6876 |