Ecological Agriculture

Program Overview

The Ecological Agriculture Specialization combines science and innovation to provide a comprehensive understanding of agro-ecosystems. Students explore the relationships between soil, water, plants, and animals, and learn how ecological concepts can be applied to design and manage sustainable agro-ecosystems. Through coursework, field trips, and internships, students gain knowledge of agriculture's environmental and social contexts and develop solutions for sustainable food production challenges. The program equips students for careers in government, private industry, or academic research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• The Ecological Agriculture Specialization offers a comprehensive understanding of agro-ecosystems, combining science and innovation with a focus on natural systems and biodiversity.
• Students will explore the relationships between soil, water, plants, insects, animals, humans, and other components of agro-ecosystems.
• The specialization emphasizes the interaction between agriculture and ecology/environment, addressing practical and theoretical issues in ecosystem dynamics and agriculture's role in rural and urban landscapes.
• Students will learn how ecological concepts and principles can be applied to design and manage sustainable agro-ecosystems.
• Through coursework, field trips, practical labs, and internships, students will gain knowledge of agriculture's environmental and social contexts and develop solutions for sustainable food production challenges.
• The specialization is combined with a major in the BSc(AgEnvSc), with Agro-Environmental Sciences being the recommended major.

Outline:

Courses:

• AGEC 430 - Agric, Food & Resource Policy
• SOIL 535 - Soil Ecology
• ANSC 312 - Animal Health and Disease

Careers:

• The program equips students with knowledge in ecological and environmental sciences and hands-on skills for careers in government, private industry, or academic research.
• Potential career paths include:
• Urban Agriculture Coordinator
• International Agricultural Developer
• Agronomic Specialist
• Researcher
• Farm Manager