Environmental Management in Agriculture and Natural Resources

The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management in Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Florida offers students a comprehensive education focused on sustainable practices, resource conservation, and environmental stewardship within agricultural and natural resource settings. This interdisciplinary program is designed to prepare students for careers in environmental management, policy development, resource conservation, and sustainable agriculture. Students will gain a solid understanding of ecological principles, environmental law, soil and water management, agroecosystems, and natural resource conservation techniques. The curriculum integrates coursework in biology, ecology, soil science, hydrology, and environmental policy, complemented by practical training through labs, fieldwork, and internships. Emphasizing sustainability and ethical environmental practices, the program aims to develop graduates capable of addressing complex environmental challenges faced by the agricultural sector and natural ecosystems. Students are encouraged to engage in research projects, community outreach, and hands-on experiences that promote innovative solutions for environmental issues such as pollution control, habitat preservation, and climate change mitigation. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaboration with industry partners, the program ensures that graduates are well-prepared for employment in government agencies, environmental consulting firms, agricultural industries, and non-profit organizations dedicated to environmental protection. Additionally, the program provides pathways for further education and research, fostering the development of future leaders in environmental management. Through a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and practical application, students will be equipped to develop sustainable strategies that balance agricultural productivity with environmental conservation. This program embodies the University of Florida’s commitment to promoting sustainable development and environmental resilience, empowering students to make meaningful contributions toward a healthier planet.

Detailed Course Facts

Tuition fee

• USD 500 Module (International)

Tuition per credit hour.

Start date Any time 2015 Credits 120 credits
Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Full-time Structure Fully structured Student interaction Online group works/assignments Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request More information Go To The Course Website

Course Content

Semester 1

CHM 2045 and 2045L General Chemistry 1 (3) and General Chemistry 1 Laboratory (1)

Composition (GE-C, WR)

Elective

Humanities (GE-H)

Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S)

Semester 2

AEB 2014 Economic Issues, Food and You

ECO 2013 Principles of Macroeconomics

ECO 2023 Principles of Microeconomics

CHM 2046 and 2046L General Chemistry 2 (3) and General Chemistry 2 Laboratory (1)

HUM 2305 What is the Good Life (GE-H)

STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1 (GE-M)

Elective

Semester 3

AEC 3030C Effective Oral Communication or

SPC 2608 Introduction to Public Speaking

BSC 2005 and 2005L Biological Sciences (3) and Laboratory in Biological Sciences

BSC 2010 and 2010L Integrated Principles of Biology 1 (3) and Integrated Principles of Biology 1Laboratory (1) (GE-B)

GLY 2030C Environmental and Engineering Geology (GE-P)

PHY 2020 Principles of Physics (GE-P)

Elective

Semester 4

ALS 3133 Agricultural and Environmental Quality (3) (GE-P)

MAC 2233 Survey of Calculus 1 (GE-M)

Electives

Humanities (GE-H) or Social and Behavioral Sciences (GE-S)

Semester 5

AEC 3033C Research and Business Writing in Agricultural and Life Sciences (WR)

ALS 3153 Agricultural Ecology

SWS 3022 Introduction to Soils in the Environment (GE-P)

Approved elective

Semester 6

AEB 3133 Principles of Agribusiness Management or

MAN 3025 Principles of Management

ENY 3005 Principles of Entomology and ENY 3005L Principles of Entomology Lab (1) or

IPM 3022 Fundamentals of Pest Management

SWS 4244 Wetlands

Approved elective

Elective 3

Summer

SWS 4905 Individual Work or

SWS 4941 Full-Time Practical Work Experience in Soil and Water Science 3

Approved elective

Semester 7

AOM 4643 Environmental Hydrology

FNR 4660 Natural Resource Policy and Economics

SWS 4720C GIS in Soil and Water Science

Approved elective

Elective

Semester 8

SWS 4116 Environmental Nutrient Management

SWS 4223 Environmental Biogeochemistry

Approved electives

Requirements

The general requirements below apply to undergraduate admission and readmission to any college or division of the university.

Please understand that admission to the university is selective. Only minimum requirements for admission are provided; satisfaction of these minimums does not guarantee admission:

• Online application for admission received by the Office of Admissions by the deadline.
• A non-refundable application fee of $30 for each term of application.
• A satisfactory academic record. Applicants must furnish a complete chronological record of educational institutions attended. Official transcripts must be submitted according to instructions on the application. Failure to declare attendance at another institution could invalidate an offer of admission and any credits or degrees earned.
• Satisfactory scores on achievement or aptitude tests.
• A satisfactory conduct record.
• The application must identify a preferred term of enrollment (summer B, fall, spring). The application may be considered for and admission may be offered to terms other than the preferred term specified on the application. Applicants who wish to change their term of entry should contact the Office of Admissions immediately.
• Admission to on-campus degree programs must be validated by taking one or more on-campus courses in the specific semester for which the student is accepted. Correspondence and/or Web courses do not fulfill this requirement, and this rule does not apply to Web-based degree programs.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Florida.

Funding

Online students at the University of Florida are eligible for consideration for a wide range of federal, state and institutional aid as administered by the Office for Student Financial Affairs (SFA), which also administers a limited number of privately funded scholarships. These include:

• Grants. Considered gift aid — no repayment required — and awarded to students showing the greatest financial need.
• Scholarships. Considered gift aid, as they do not have to be repaid and do not require recipients to perform services.
• Student Employment. Considered self-help aid, as students are offered aid in exchange for a service. The Student Employment Office assists enrolled students seeking part-time employment through various job programs.
• Loans. Considered self-help aid as loans are a form of aid that must be repaid. UF primarily offers student loans through the Federal Direct Loan Program, but there are a number of other loan programs available at UF.
• Non-SFA Administered Aid. Numerous aid programs are administered by entities outside of SFA including State of Florida aid programs, SFA Resource Center scholarships, academic scholarships and endowed scholarships.

Accreditation

The University of Florida is a comprehensive learning institution built on a land-grant foundation. We are The Gator Nation, a diverse community dedicated to excellence in education and research and shaping a better future for Florida, the nation and the world.

Our mission is to enable our students to lead and influence the next generation and beyond for economic, cultural and societal benefit.

The university welcomes the full exploration of its intellectual boundaries and supports its faculty and students in the creation of new knowledge and the pursuit of new ideas.

• Teaching is a fundamental purpose of this university at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Research and scholarship are integral to the educational process and to the expansion of our understanding of the natural world, the intellect and the senses.
• Service reflects the university's obligation to share the benefits of its research and knowledge for the public good. The university serves the nation's and the state's critical needs by contributing to a well-qualified and broadly diverse citizenry, leadership and workforce.

The University of Florida must create the broadly diverse environment necessary to foster multi-cultural skills and perspectives in its teaching and research for its students to contribute and succeed in the world of the 21st century.

These three interlocking elements — teaching, research and scholarship, and service — span all the university's academic disciplines and represent the university's commitment to lead and serve the state of Florida, the nation and the world by pursuing and disseminating new knowledge while building upon the experiences of the past. The university aspires to advance by strengthening the human condition and improving the quality of life.