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The Soils and Sustainable Land Systems major equips students with knowledge about the physical, chemical, and biological interactions within the earth's surface soil-water-atmosphere system.
As the sole institution in the state providing soil science degrees, USU stands out with its specialized focus on water challenges in the arid West. The program emphasizes research areas including urban/rural land use, soil erosion, agricultural waste solutions, soil moisture measurement, and soil formation processes.
Graduates from this program gain strong qualifications for careers involving environmental soil and water conservation, assessment, and enhancement. Soil scientists collaborate with engineers, geologists, and ecologists, offering specialized knowledge on construction techniques for diverse soil types, efficient irrigation methods, and related applications. Their work is crucial for maintaining soil quality and water purity for present and future populations.
With small class sizes, the program ensures personalized guidance from top-tier faculty while providing hands-on research opportunities in laboratory settings, allowing students to develop practical research skills.