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B.S. in Agricultural Science North Carolina State University, USA

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$ 17,584 (US$ 17,584) a year

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Course summary

This program will help students to study all aspects of the food and fiber industry. Students will develop the skills needed to improve yields with less labor, control pests safely and effectively, conserve soil and water, manage or administer research and development programs, and manage marketing or production operations in agribusinesses. The typical student in this program will complete a program of study that includes communications, mathematics, economics, business, physical and life science courses, in addition to a variety of technical agricultural science courses. For example, if a student is interested in animal science, their technical agricultural science courses might include animal breeding, reproductive physiology and nutrition. In addition to technical knowledge, students will learn leadership skills that help them learn how to work independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively, solve problems and understand basic business concepts. Furthermore, a graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Science can move quickly into the research or teaching fields or choose from a variety of other careers. With experience, an agricultural science graduate may advance to jobs such as supervisors of research programs or managers of other agriculture-related activities.

Entry requirement for international students

Student’s high school academic record is the most important factor affecting their admission. Successful candidates typically meet or exceed the following academic criteria: top 25-30% of their high school class in very demanding college prep courses, B+ grade point average, and competitive standardized test scores (SAT or ACT). All international applicants must prove English proficiency. Admission will not be granted until English proficiency is met. An applicant may prove English proficiency by one of the following: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 79 on the Internet-based exam or 550 on the paper-based exam; International English Language Testing (IELTS) band score of 6.5; SAT-I Critical Reading score of 450 or higher; English Composition I and II with a grade of C or better from an accredited U.S. college or university; Advanced Placement International English Language (APIEL) score of 3 or higher; English Language Placement Test (ELPT) score of 965 or higher.

North Carolina State University accepts IELTS*

* Please check with your chosen school for the exact entry requirements for your programme.

Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

North Carolina State University

Department name

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Department of Agricultural and Extension Education

Venue / office name

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Department of Agricultural and Extension Education

Address

North Carolina State University
216 Ricks Hall Box 7607
RALEIGH
North Carolina
27695

Venue description

The mission of the Department of Agricultural and Extension Education is to develop, support, and lead professionals in agricultural and extension education. Education about agriculture occurs in public schools, in Cooperative Extension settings, and within the agricultural industry. To accomplish this mission, the department provides academic degree programs, support for statewide extension activities, and supports the efforts of over 380 agricultural education teachers at high schools and middle schools throughout North Carolina. The faculty and staff in the Department of Agricultural and Extension Education are student-oriented and are committed to helping students achieve their educational goals.

Telephone number

+1 919 515 2707

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

NC State does not have a requirement for freshmen to live on campus, so deciding where the students will live is a big decision. University Housing has many options that will appeal to students. It offers 20 residence halls and three apartment complexes. The apartments and one residence hall require at least junior status. That means that there are nineteen residence halls for incoming freshmen to choose from. Apartments at NC State are more than buildings; they are living and learning communities. From state of the art data, telephone, and cable TV service, to a variety of floor plan layouts and furnishings, it can supply everything students need. Students can select one from the following Apartment complexes: E.S. King Village; Western Manor; Wolf Village. For more information about that particular community students can visit: http://www.ncsu.edu/housing/apartments/index.php . Residence Halls: From state of the art data, telephone and cable TV service, to a variety of dining options, it can supply everything students need. It has three different layouts to residence halls. Traditional corridor style living has rooms that open into an interior hallway with shared bathroom facilities on each floor. Suite style living combines 4 or 5 rooms on a short hallway that shares bathroom facilities. The breezeway style has rooms that open onto an exterior breezeway with bathrooms in each room. Housing facilities are located in three areas of campus: East, West, and Central. For more information about that particular hall students can visit: http://www.ncsu.edu/housing/halls/index.php . All of these residence halls are air-conditioned. Smoking is not permitted in any residence hall. Some halls are designated as alcohol-free, while in others alcohol is only allowed if both residents are of legal age to consume alcohol. There are severe penalties for any underage resident found with alcohol and for any resident who supplies alcohol to an underage resident.

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