Bachelor of Science in Plant Science (Agronomy)
Arsi University · Asella
About this programme
Trains agronomists in crop production, soil science, plant breeding, irrigation, and pest management for Ethiopia's diverse agroecological zones. Field stations in the Arsi highlands provide hands-on experience with teff, wheat, barley, and other staple crops central to Ethiopian food security. Graduates work in extension services, research institutes, seed companies, and agricultural NGOs.
Entry requirement
Entry requirement: at least 55 points.
Programme facts
| Qualification | BSc |
| Institution | Arsi University |
| Faculty / school | College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Location | Asella |
| Minimum points | 55 |
| Accreditation | ETA |
| Funding / sponsorship | Government cost-sharing scheme (Ministry of Education) — public-university places are state-funded and repaid by graduates. |
Careers this programme leads to
Agronomist Crop Production Officer Agricultural Extension Officer Soil Scientist Seed Technology Specialist Irrigation Engineer Plant Breeder Farm Manager Agricultural Researcher Food Security Programme Officer
Source
Published by https://arsiun.edu.et/.
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