BSc in Botany in Eugene United States | Oregon State University

Botany and plant pathology explore plants across all biological scales, from molecular mechanisms to global ecosystems. This wide scope mirrors the diverse challenges plant biologists face. Beyond answering core scientific questions, modern plant researchers must also develop solutions for growing food, textiles, and medicines for an expanding global population, while deepening our knowledge of plant diversity, ecological systems, and their relationships with humanity. At OSU, botany and plant pathology students gain foundational scientific training to make these contributions, with opportunities to specialize in specific plant science disciplines.

The undergraduate curriculum in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology serves both students seeking a BS in Botany and those in other fields requiring plant biology expertise. For instance, biology or environmental science majors might concentrate their advanced studies on botanical coursework.