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North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education

Fort I.R.C./Interdisciplinary Research Center, USA

BSc

English

Distance Learning

Key Summary

    About : The Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education focuses on preparing students to teach in agricultural settings. This program covers various topics including agricultural science, education theory, and practical teaching methods. You'll engage in hands-on experiences in both classroom and field settings, enhancing your understanding of modern agricultural practices.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in agricultural education, such as high school teachers, extension agents, or community facilitators. Other paths may include roles in agricultural communications or curriculum development within educational institutions.

Professionals who understand global agricultural and natural resources systems are in demand everywhere – in food and fiber industries, in schools and universities, and in government agencies.

A degree in agricultural education from N.C. A&T will prepare you for a rewarding career teaching and communicating about agrisciences to high school students, to agribusiness professionals and to the agricultural community.

The program offers two major concentrations, depending on your career goals:

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Agricultural Education (Agricultural Professional Service) - This curriculum is for students seeking careers in Cooperative Extension, governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, or in agribusiness and industry.

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Agricultural Education (Secondary Education) - The curriculum in secondary education is for students seeking careers teaching agriscience in middle and high schools. Graduates are eligible to apply for the agricultural education teaching license in North Carolina. Students majoring in this concentration will also have to be admitted to the College of Education’s Teacher Education Program at N.C. A&T, and must earn a minimum grade point average of 2.8, in addition to other program requirements. Please ask your advisor for more details and information about these requirements.