Degrees
Horticulture, like all graduate programs in agriculture at Texas A&M University, has its roots in scientific inquiry. It bears fruit in the wide career choices open to students earning degrees in this discipline.
The department offers two Masters and a Ph.D. program in a broad spectrum of areas.
| M. Ag. | M.S. | Ph.D. | |
| Genetics | X | X | |
| Floriculture | X | X | |
| Food Science and Technology | X | X | X |
| Horticulture | X | X | X |
| Molecular and Environmental Plant Sciences | X | X | |
| Plant Breeding | X | X |
Master of Agriculture (Non-Thesis Option)
The master of agriculture is a nonthesis professional degree requiring internship experience. It provides management training and emphasizes problem-solving skills rather than research. At least 36 hours of course work are required, with 18 of those in the student's major and 6 in supporting fields.Master of Science (Thesis Option)
The master of science, offered in all areas of horticultural sciences, emphasizes research. The master's program requires at least 32 credit hours of approved courses, research and a thesis.Doctor of Philosophy
For a Ph.D. degree, the student witha master's degree must complete 64 hours, and a student with only a baccalaureate degree must complete 96 hours.Information on our latest Doctoral Program Review and survey of sister programs.