Biological Sciences, BS

Plant Science

Concentration

Delve into the fascinating realm of plant biology with our plant science concentration, where you’ll explore plant anatomy, physiology, ecology, and genetics. From crop improvement to ecosystem restoration, you’ll gain practical skills in plant identification, cultivation techniques, and biotechnological applications, becoming well prepared for a career in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, plant breeding, and conservation.

Location

On Campus

Required Semester Hours

120

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Program Highlights

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Nationally recognized faculty, including National Institutes of Health Research Fellows, a Fulbright Research Fellow, editors of national and international science journals, recipients of national and university research awards, and more

Million-dollar endowed chair devoted to environmental studies

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Molecular biology laboratories

Teaching/research greenhouse

Program Requirements

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What Can You Be?

Types of Jobs

Plant pathologist

Mycologist

Parasitologist

Botanist

Types of Employers

Medical, dental, pharmacy and professional fields

Federal government agencies

Corporations

Pharmaceutical companies

Contact Us

Biology Building Room 421

SLU Box 10736
Hammond, LA 70402

(985) 549-3740

biology​@southeastern.edu

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