Undergraduate Degree in Agricultural Education and Communication with UF Online
With a focus on disseminating scientific knowledge, agricultural education and communication professionals empower communities to gain a balanced understanding of food systems, natural resources, and related sciences.
Communication and leadership development prepares students for entry into agribusiness and communication positions related to human resource development, corporate training, political interests and agricultural literacy. Coursework focuses on core leadership and communication courses that includes digital media, campaign strategies, interpersonal skills and presentation development.
Admissions Requirements
Bachelor of Science
Agricultural Education and Communication
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences
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Agricultural Education and Communication Specializations
Gain a competitive edge with our specialized curriculum that develops skills for diverse agricultural roles. With a focus on disseminating scientific knowledge, agricultural education and communication professionals empower communities to gain a balanced understanding of food systems, natural resources, and related sciences. Agricultural Education and Communication students supplement core technical agriculture courses with teaching, leadership, or media experiences.
This specialization prepares students to teach agriculture in middle schools and high schools. This option provides the basic courses for agricultural teacher certification in Florida and is ideal for students who are passionate about preparing youth for careers in natural resources and agriculture.
Students must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 to enter the Agricultural Education specialization. The Agricultural Education specialization requires a one-week, in-person summer boot camp and a one-semester student teaching internship that must be completed in-person in Florida. This specialization provides the basic courses for agricultural teacher certification in Florida. Graduates can apply to the Florida Department of Education for certification, which requires a passing score on the general knowledge, professional education, and agriculture in 6-12 sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam.
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Career Tracks and Opportunities
What professions will a major in Agricultural Education and Communication help prepare you for?
At the University of Florida, we are committed to setting standards in online education. Our Agricultural Education and Communication degree creates pathways to diverse careers and opportunities.
- Marketing & Communication Specialist
- Science Writer
- Public Relations
- Lobbyist
- Lawyer
- Photographer/Videographer
- Sales
- Training & Development/HR
- Extension Education
Please visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or Career One Stop for additional suggestions on further career pathways and opportunities.
Admissions Requirements
- If you have 0-11 transferable college credits, review the Freshman admissions requirements.
- If you have 12-59 transferable credits, review the Lower Division Transfer admission requirements.
Upper division transfer applicants (students with 60 or more college credits earned) and Second Bachelor’s degree seeking applicants should meet the minimum GPA requirements for their desired specialization and required prerequisite courses as follows:
Agricultural Education Specialization
Should have at least a 2.5 overall GPA and completed all the required prerequisite courses below with at least a 2.5 GPA:
- Biological Sciences with Lab (BSC 2005 & 2005L) or Principles of Biology with Lab (BSC 2010 & 2010L)
- Precalculus Algebra (MAC 1140) or College Algebra (MAC 1105)
- Human Growth & Development (EDF 3110) or Developmental Psychology (DEP 2004)
- Introduction to Public Speaking (SPC 2608)
- Out of state courses used to meet prerequisites may need to be evaluated by the appropriate department upon admission.
Communications and Leadership Development Specialization
Should have at least a 2.0 overall GPA and completed all the required prerequisite courses below with at least a 2.5 GPA:
- Biological Sciences with Lab (BSC 2005 & 2005L) or Principles of Biology with Lab (BSC 2010 & 2010L)
- Precalculus Algebra (MAC 1140) or College Algebra (MAC 1105)
- General Psychology (PSY 2012)
- Introduction to Public Speaking (SPC 2608)
- Out of state courses used to meet prerequisites may need to be evaluated by the appropriate department upon admission.
Why Choose UF Online for Your Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and Communication Degree?
At the University of Florida, our passion goes beyond our walls – and so do our opportunities.
UF Online’s Agricultural Education and Communication program opens the door to a variety of fascinating and rewarding careers, as well as a unique opportunity to create global change. Agricultural Education and Communication professionals empower communities to gain a balanced understanding of food systems, natural resources, and related sciences. Agricultural Education and Communication students supplement core technical agriculture courses with teaching, leadership, or media experiences, all on an online setting for your convenience and for a fraction of the cost of comparable degree programs.
Designed for students whose commitments make traditional campus attendance impractical, our online program stands at the forefront, providing flexible academic options with the same elite faculty and rigor that makes us a leading university and top research institution. We connect people with opportunities, remove barriers and set the standard for online higher education. UF Online graduates earn the same elite degree they would receive on campus, and they will be at the top of the list for the best employers in the country.
