coas.siu.edu | Department of Plant, Soil Science and Agricultural Systems

The Department of Plant, Soil Science and Agricultural Systems

WELCOME

Welcome to the web site for the Department of Plant, Soil and Agricultural Systems. The department offers a comprehensive education leading to undergraduate and graduate degrees in two areas of study: (1) Plant and Soil Science, and (2) Agricultural Systems.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMS

The Plant and Soil Science major is designed for students who wish to work with plants from both sides of the soil line: growing and using plants, and caring for the soil by understanding its biological, chemical, and physical properties and their effects on plants. Upon graduation, students find rewarding careers in: landscape design, commercial greenhouses, nursery and garden centers, golf courses, or government agencies.

Agricultural Systems is designed for students interested in a broad range of career possibilities related to the field of agriculture. Graduates find careers in such areas as teaching at the high school level, operating a farm, media and communications, cooperative extension, social services, production, finance, or sales and marketing.

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK: “WE'RE MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE!”

We invite you to take a closer look at the various undergraduate and graduate degree programs and specializations offered through each of the fields of study. The website contains information about student clubs and special events. You can also find information about the faculty and staff teaching the courses and performing cutting-edge research within their fields of study. If there is additional information you might need, feel free to contact us by phone at (618) 453-2496, or via e-mail at psas@siu.edu. Our faculty and staff pride themselves on being accessible and student-oriented. We hope you enjoy the web site, and thanks for visiting!