School of Agricultural
Science & Natural Resources
Building leaders for a food-secure, climate-resilient world. From soil science to food policy, learn to feed communities and protect the planet.
About the School
The School of Agricultural Science and Natural Resources prepares aspiring entrepreneurs, agricultural professionals, and community leaders to transform food systems for a changing world. The curriculum integrates scientific and indigenous knowledge systems with sustainability principles and innovative technology, addressing global challenges in food security, environmental stewardship, and resilient agriculture. Students earn practical income and experience alongside their studies, building sustainable food ventures while they learn.
At the graduate level, the MSc in Food Systems and Sustainable Agriculture combines agricultural science, business strategy, and entrepreneurship to prepare students to launch ventures or innovate within existing food systems. At the undergraduate level, the BS in Agribusiness — offered jointly with the School of Business — integrates agricultural science with business strategy to prepare graduates for leadership in food systems, agricultural enterprises, and rural development.
School at Glance
- BS in Agribusiness: 120 credits minimum.
- MSc in Food Systems and Sustainable Agriculture: 30 credits minimum.
- Coursework covers climate-smart agriculture, sustainable horticulture, animal and crop production, and food product innovation.
- Up to nine transfer credits accepted toward a master's degree from prior university coursework.
- Designed for students to earn while they learn — building income-generating ventures during their studies.
Programs
Courses
The School of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources equips students with the knowledge and skills to innovate in agribusiness, advance sustainable agriculture, and address global food system challenges through practical, research-driven solutions.
Programs
Courses
- ASNR 504 — Advanced Food Product Innovation and Technology
- ASNR 404 — Advanced Food Production Innovation and Technology
- ASNR 506 — Animal Product Value Addition and Processing
- ASNR 406 — Animal Product Value Chain Addition and Processing
- ASNR 403 — Applied Techniques in Sustainable Horticulture
- ASNR 503 — Applied Techniques in Sustainable Horticulture
- ASNR 401 — Environmental Sustainability
- ASNR 501 — Environmental Sustainability
- ASNR 410 — Food Sustainability and Security
- ASNR 510 — Food Sustainability and Security
- ASNR 402 — Managing Agriculture in a Changing Global Climate
- ASNR 502 — Managing Agriculture in a Changing Global Climate
- ASNR 505 — Sustainable Animal and Crop Production