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Apply your investigative abilities in lab settings or outdoor environments to create meaningful change, while inspiring future scientists with your discoveries.
Decipher genetic codes to enhance floral and plant excellence, or apply horticultural expertise to advance ecosystem recovery and preservation efforts. Your transition from learner to educator and investigator begins with this program.
This program mandates completion of at least 30 credits, comprising 24 credits of standard coursework and 6 thesis research credits (HOS 6971). Eligible courses must be at the 5000 level or above. A minimum of 12 credits must focus on the chosen specialization. The curriculum permits up to six credits of undergraduate courses (3000-4999) from outside the primary department when included in an approved graduate plan. The Master of Science degree is awarded upon successful fulfillment of all academic requirements, completion of a research-based thesis, and passing the final evaluation.