An Associate of Arts is a two year program that helps to bridge the gap between two phases of academic study. It can also provide enough knowledge and skills to prepare students for entry level positions in their area of focus.

What is an Associate of Arts in Agricultural Science? The specific program will vary depending on whether students are planning to transfer to a university campus or whether they want to learn a specific set of skills in general agriculture, plant science, or animal science. Some examples of classes include soil science, agricultural economics, plant propagation, crop science, agricultural mechanization, animal management, and agricultural applications of the computer.

Students who pursue this associate’s degree benefit in that they learn enough knowledge in two years to be able to start working right after graduation. They are also prepared for further study, which will open up additional career opportunities that often are accompanied with higher salaries.

The tuition and fees associated with earning this degree will differ from one place to another. There are institutions all over the world that offer this program, so the location of the school is a big factor. Calling the schools directly is the best way to find out what costs will be involved.

Students who earn an associate’s degree in agricultural science can choose from a variety of employment opportunities, and there are a variety of career options with local, state, and national companies. Job areas may include supervision, marketing, government, distribution, nursery management, sales and service, teaching, landscape design, fertilizer and insecticide application, contracting and maintenance, and estimator. Students can also choose to earn their bachelor’s or master’s degree to improve their career outlook.

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