Electives (12 Hours)
Electives provide breadth in agriculture, environment, food systems, and development, and help students focus their interests and gain a global perspective. One elective should address social sciences or humanities related to agroecology. Only one 1000 level course can be used to satisfy prerequisites. See the Agroecology Electives list each semester for examples and special topic courses. Electives must be chosen in consultation with your SD advisor.
Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture Specialization (18 Hours)
Specialization courses are compised of food and agriculture-related courses that form a coherent focus relevant to the student’s area of interest. Practice-based courses are key in agroecology, including internships with farms/community gardens/non-profit organizations/cooperative extension. Study abroad and independent studies are encouraged. See the Agroecology Specialization list each semester for examples. Specialization courses are recommendations rather than requirements, but must be chosen in consultation with an SD advisor.
