AS Sustainable Horticulture at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

Two-year on-campus associate degree rooted in plant and soil sciences and the creative design of green spaces. Students learn plant identification, propagation, cultivation practices, and management of pests, diseases and beneficial organisms, and complete a 3-month summer internship after the first year.

Faculty: Stockbridge School of Agriculture | Department: Stockbridge School of Agriculture | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Plant identification, propagation, cultivation, pest and disease management, with electives in greenhouse management, agricultural and ornamental production, hydroponics, permaculture, retail floral design and site design.

Career pathways

Landscape plant production, allied commercial businesses, retail garden centers and nurseries, botanical gardens, arboreta, parks and education roles. Graduates may transfer into the Applied Plant and Soil Sciences bachelor program and earn both degrees in four years.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 2 years

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