BSc in Entomology and Nematology - Urban Pest Management in Gainesville United States | University of Florida

Biological science encompasses the examination of insects, mites, ticks, spiders, and nematodes. These organisms can positively or negatively impact our food supply, ecosystems, and wellbeing. Students in Entomology and Nematology explore diverse topics including ecology, medically important arthropods, social insect behavior, pest control strategies, physiological processes, evolutionary patterns, ecosystem dynamics, and classification systems. The Department of Entomology and Nematology provides this academic program, with faculty expertise spanning taxonomy, ecological relationships, disease-carrying arthropods, colony-forming insects, pest management, organismal functions, evolutionary biology, and natural environmental processes. Historically, the department has successfully prepared students for professional programs in medicine, veterinary science, and dentistry. Graduates also find excellent opportunities in advanced academic studies and diverse entomology-related careers. This program specifically prepares students for careers in pest management, offering training on arthropods, nematodes, plant pathogens, and invasive species relevant to residential and commercial pest issues. Business coursework equips students with managerial skills. Those considering graduate studies should seek faculty guidance regarding necessary mathematics, chemistry, and physics prerequisites.