Master of Science [M.S] [Agriculture, Specialization in Crop Science] From California Polytechnic State University

For students with undergraduate preparation in plant agriculture and/or plant science. Current research is focused primarily in applied fruit crop physiology, vegetable breeding and physiology, sustainable fruit and vegetable production, viticulture, plant pathology, integrated pest management, and postharvest technology, including sustainable packaging and packaging safety. Thesis required.

Program Learning Objectives

• Demonstrate expertise in their respective discipline.
• Develop, test or select the appropriate technology in their respective discipline.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills.
• Formulate decisions utilizing professional ethics.
• Value the diversity of people and ideas.
• Investigate problems using critical thinking and derive appropriate solutions