Graduate Program: Agricultural Education (MS) - Professional Agriculture

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Program/Degree
Agricultural Education (MS) - Professional Agriculture  
Program Description

The Master of Science - Professional Agriculture emphasis degree program is designed for working professionals in agriculture, life sciences, and related fields who desire to obtain a graduate degree that includes the development of entrepreneurial leadership and innovation knowledge and skill sets. The degree can be tailored to meet the needs of the candidate and may be obtained via distance education and online coursework.  

 
Department/Academic Unit(s)

The Department of Agricultural Education, Technology & Innovation contributes to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences' unique functional role as a leader in the University's land-grant mission by providing an array of programs in formal undergraduate and graduate instruction, research, and service to enable the people of Arizona, the nation, and beyond to improve the quality of their lives.  The primary mission of Agricultural Education, Technology & Innovation is serving a diverse population through teaching, application, integration, and discovery in agriculture, applied science, education, innovation, leadership, and technology leading to successful careers in education, community leadership, and industry.

 
College

 
Campuses where offered

Distance Campus - Yuma

University of Arizona - Main - Tucson

Arizona Online - Online

 
Contacts
Admissions Contact
Deborah Joanne Huie
520-621-1523
Graduate Program Coordinator
Deborah Joanne Huie
520-621-1523
Director of Graduate Studies
Amber Michelle Rice
502-294-6137
Graduate College Degree Counselor
Tammy Tran
520-621-0119
 
Tuition and Fees
Please refer to the UA Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees Calculator for up-to-date information about tuition and fees. 
Please refer to the UA Registrar's's Office Special Course Fees for up-to-date information about special course fees. 

Admissions Information

Admissions Requirements
  1. Statement of Purpose
  2. Resume/CV
  3. Letters of recommendation
  4. Official transcripts
Requirements include:
3.0 GPA
Bachelor's degree
 
Standardized Tests
Minimum TOEFL: 550 (paper-based); 79 (internet based)
Minimum IELTS: 7
 
Funding Opportunities

Contact the department.

 
Admissions Deadlines

Domestic Applicants:

  • Fall: May 15
  • Spring: October 15
  • Summer: February 1

International Applicants:

  • Fall: May 15
  • Spring: October 15
  • Summer: February 1
 
International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information
The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

ETS Major Field Code(s) for this program: 3908

Completion Requirements

Minimum Credit Units

30 

Core Coursework Requirements
Minimum credits: 30
Core coursework:
A ED 617 -  Research, Methods, and Project Design
A ED 697C - Workshop in Teaching at the College Level
A ED 621 - Program Planning and Evaluation
 
9 units of a relevant focus area.
 

 
 
Elective Coursework
Additional Courses (may be applied to degree if not taken as an undergraduate):
ALC 514 - Interpretation of Invest Opp in Ag & Life Sciences (3units)
CTE 500 - Principles & Philosophy of Career and Technical Ed (2units)
CTE 510 - Curriculum Development in Career and Technical Ed (2units)
 
Max 9 units combined allowed from the following:
A ED 593 - Internship
A ED 597a and b - Workshops
A ED 599 - Independent Study
A ED 693 - Internship
A ED 699 - Independent Study
A ED 900 - Research (1-3units)
 
Max 6 units combines allowed from the following:
A ED 909 - Master's Report
 
Additional courses:
HED 630 - Values, Consciousness & Professional Practice (3units)
IA 697G - Universal Design
ETCV 512 - Student Engagement in Online Learning
 
Additional Requirements

A qualifying exam with an oral defense is a requirement for this degree program.

 
Student Handbook

Please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook for students who are pursuing this program of study.

 
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Last revised 22 Feb 2022