The Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences is a diverse faculty with 13 departments that is supported by more than 20 centres and institutes. More than 5 000 students register in this faculty annually of which 70% are undergraduate and 30% postgraduate students.

The PhD program in Plant and Soil Sciences offers a comprehensive research-focused education designed to prepare students for careers in academia, industry, and government. The program emphasizes the ...

The PhD program in Plant and Soil Sciences is designed for students interested in advanced research and leadership in plant and soil health. It offers a flexible curriculum that focuses on developing ...

The PhD program in Tropical Plant and Soil Sciences is designed for students who want to develop advanced expertise in the science of plants and soils in tropical environments. The program emphasizes ...

The Applied Plant Sciences Ph.D. program is designed to prepare students for advanced research and leadership roles in plant sciences, focusing on the application of biological principles to address r...

The PhD program in Integrated Plant and Soil Sciences prepares students to become experts in understanding the complex interactions between plants, soils, and the environment. It covers a wide range o...

The Ph.D. program in Plant Sciences offers comprehensive training in advanced research and theory related to plant biology. Students engage in coursework across various disciplines such as plant genet...

The Ph.D. program in Plant, Environmental & Soil Sciences offers students an opportunity to develop advanced expertise in areas like plant biology, soil science, ecology, and environmental management....

The Department of Plant Sciences offers graduate studies leading to the M.S. degrees in Cereal Science, Plant Sciences, and Horticulture, and to a Ph.D. degree in Cereal Science or Plant Sciences, with an optional Program of Emphasis in Plant Breeding and Genetics. Specialized academic and research training in Plant Sciences is available in plant breeding and genetics, weed science, biotechnology, and field and forage crop production and management. Areas of specialization in Horticulture and Forestry include breeding and genetics, biotechnology, physiology, propagation, sports and urban turfgrass management, and production and management of horticultural crops such as woody plants, potatoes, vegetables, and herbaceous ornamentals. Areas of specialization in Cereal Science may involve research in the areas of carbohydrates, enzymes, legumes, and other northern-grown crops; barley malting and brewing; wheat milling, baking, and pasta processing. Each study area is designed to provide students with comprehension of the discipline and of relevant regional and global-community social issues. The Department of Plant Sciences is located in Loftsgard Hall, which provides a state-of-the-art facility for interdisciplinary research in plant sciences, ranging from basic studies and biotechnology to the more traditional applied areas. Facilities for cereal science research are located in Harris Hall. These facilities include analytical laboratories for grain quality research, baking, milling, malting and brewing, and pasta and noodle processing. State-of-the-art greenhouses and extensive growth chamber facilities are also available, as are 100 acres of field research land adjacent to the Plant Science Complex. An additional 500 acres of research land are located near the North Dakota State University campus. A horticultural farm only 25 miles west of campus has an extensive arboretum. Excellent supporting disciplines located nearby, or in the Plant Science Complex, include Soil Science, Botany, Food Safety, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Entomology, and Plant Pathology. The Department of Plant Sciences encourages interdisciplinary research, and students frequently tailor their research program to meet their interests by working with faculty in one or more of the supporting disciplines. Graduate student numbers per faculty member are limited, so the student gets adequate personal attention and works closely with their adviser in research. The final selection of the adviser will be made on the basis of the student's interest, availability of space in the researcher's laboratory, and a common desire of the student and professor to work together.

The Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Pathology program focuses on the advanced study of plant diseases, integrating research, teaching, and applications relevant to plant health and crop productivity. St...

The Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Science program is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of plant biology, including areas such as plant physiology, genetics, ecology, and mole...

The PhD program in Plant Pathology is designed to prepare students for advanced research and leadership roles in the study of plant diseases. Students will explore the biology, ecology, and management...

The PhD program in Plant Biology is designed for students who want to deeply explore the science of plants. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers areas like plant physiology, genetics, ecol...

The PhD program in Plant Pathology prepares students to become experts in diagnosing, managing, and researching plant diseases. It focuses on developing advanced skills in plant health, disease biolog...

The PhD program in Plant Breeding offers advanced training in the development of new plant varieties through genetic improvement techniques. Students in this program acquire comprehensive knowledge in...