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2005-2006 University of Guelph Undergraduate Calendar |
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2005-2006 University of Guelph Undergraduate Calendar |
X. Degree ProgramsBachelor of Science in Agriculture [B.Sc.(Agr.)]Program InformationAgricultural scientists must be effective communicators and problem solvers, self-directed in their learning, and have a global perspective on the agrifood systems. A series of 9 or 10 agricultural science (AGR*XXXX) courses throughout the program enables students to further develop their abilities in communications, analysis and problem solving, computer applications and to increase their interpersonal skills. Students will be involved in cooperative group learning activities and will experience courses that are multidisciplinary and integrate the teaching activities of many faculty and departments. Students will have the option of completing a broad agricultural program (honours agricultural science) or identifying another major in which they take a minimum of 6.00 credits. The curriculum provides opportunities for students to select courses that will help them prepare for professional careers as entrepreneurs, scientists, marketing specialists, financial managers, technical advisors, or communications specialists. Students will have a comprehensive understanding of the food system when they graduate. They will be able to integrate their knowledge of production agriculture, environmental management, resource allocation and business management as it applies to the food system nationally and globally. Students will be encouraged to integrate their academic program with a well-planned series of employment activities in the summer months and to develop their leadership and interpersonal skills in on-campus and community activities. There is a strong commitment in the curriculum to the philosophy of "whole person development" and students are encouraged to identify personal goals that they wish to accomplish in each of these areas of their development. Graduates meet the educational requirements for membership in the Ontario Institute of Agrologists. The Ontario Institute of Agrologists is the professional organization in agriculture in the Province of Ontario. Professional institutes in the various provinces in Canada and the scientific societies in agriculture collectively comprise the Agricultural Institute of Canada. The program received full accreditation from the Agricultural Institute of Canada in April 1999. Students may graduate with a degree in honours agricultural science. Students who wish to specialize in 1 of the major areas of study may do so by completing the courses identified for each major. Additional Majors: Agricultural Economics Agroecosystem Management Agronomy Animal Science Horticultural Science Organic Agriculture Declaration of a MajorAll students are considered to be registered in honours agricultural science in the first 3 semesters of the program. Those who wish to select a different major may do so when they are selecting their courses for semester 4 or later. The course requirements are listed for each major in the following section. Students may, with appropriate approvals, elect to complete Minors associated with other degree programs as listed in the undergraduate calendar. Study AbroadThe B.Sc.(Agr.) degree program is similar in many respects to programs offered at faculties of agricultural science in other provinces in Canada. Students are strongly encouraged to consider studying for 1 or 2 semesters in other faculties of agricultural science in Canada and in selected countries around the world. Students interested in studying at another institution program should consult the B.Sc.(Agr.) Program Counsellor to discuss their plans, and refer to the scholarship section for financial support. For more specific information on these opportunities refer to Section V--International Study in this calendar, or contact the OAC Dean's Office. Doctor of Veterinary MedicineStudents in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program normally apply for admission to the D.V.M. program after semester 4 or later. Applications must be submitted to the Admissions Services, Office of Registrarial Services. Students should consult the D.V.M. Section of the calendar. Students who do not gain admission to the D.V.M. program are eligible to continue in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program through to graduation. Students planning to enter the D.V.M. program are advised to include 12U biology, 12U chemistry, and 12U physics in addition to calculus in secondary school. Continuation of StudyStudents are advised to consult the regulations for continuation of study within the program which are outlined in detail in Section VIII--Undergraduate Degree Regulations & Procedures. Conditions of GraduationTo qualify for the degree Bachelor of Science (Agriculture), the student must successfully complete a minimum of 20.00 credits as set out in the Schedule of Studies listed below. In addition, students must meet the continuation of study requirements at the time of graduation and have a minimum of 60% cumulative average. |
