Horticulture: Academic Programs: Undergraduate

Academic Opportunities in Horticulture

B.S. Degree

For students interested in a four-year degree, UGA Horticulture Department offers a Bachelors of Science Degree in Horticulture. In addition to university-wide course requirements, horticulture degree students select from three areas of emphasis: Landscape Management, General Horticulture, and Science. Each of these areas of emphasis are designed to provide slightly different skills and experiences, depending a the student’s interests. The Landscape Management emphasis focuses on training for a career in landscape contracting, landscape installation and maintenance, golf course operations and other related professions. The General Horticutlure emphasis permits a broader range of study, from produce production, to nursery and greenhouse management. The Science emphsis is designed to prepare students for advanced study in the sciences, anchored by a broad understanding of horticulture.

B.S. in Horticulture Degree Requirements:

Landscape Management (link to pdf)
General Horticulture (link to pdf)
Science (link to pdf)

General Requirements for B.S.A. Degree in Horticulture (UGA Bulletin)

Certificates and Related Minors

Students with an interest in subjects beyond the regular course of study may opt to obtain one of many certificates related to the field of horticulture, or pursue a minor through another department. Through careful selection of electives, students can often fullfil requirements for certificates or minors without extending graduation time. Students with an interest in these programs are encouraged to discuss their interest with their faculty advisor early on in their college career.

Certificate and other programs:

Opportunities for a minor related to Horticuture

Minor in Horticulture

Many students enrolled in related degree programs, such as Landscape Architecture, Turfgrass Science, Agricutlure Communications, and Agriculture Education, are interested in a more in-depth study of horticulture than one course can provide. For these students, there is the Minor in Horticulture. This minor provides a broad background in horticulture with high degree of flexibility. On average, students take a total 15-16 hours of directed coursework. Application for the minor in horticulture insures a greater chance of seating in the more popular courses.

Study Abroad

Whether it’s a tour of European gardens, or a study of wine making in Cortona, Italy, opportunities abound to travel to distant lands and experience new cultures. The UGA Horticulture Department sponsors several study abroad programs to meet the needs of students.

European Garden Tour
Agri-Ecology in Tropical America
Agroforestry in the Carribean
Viticulture and Enology in the Mediterranean Region (link?)

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