Tropical Plant Pathology, MS

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The MS degree program is offered under either Plan A (thesis) or Plan B (non-thesis). A total of 30 credit hours are required for each degree option. An advisory committee composed of at least three members of the graduate faculty provides guidance to the student. For a general description of these options, see “Requirements” for each option.

The MS degree in tropical plant pathology provides a basic education and understanding of the pathogen groupings. Employment opportunities exist in industry, government agencies, research institutions, consulting, and farm management.

MS Plan A (Thesis)

Research:

PEPS 700 - Thesis Research Credits: V (12 credits with at least 1 credit during the semester of graduation, and submission of acceptable thesis.)

Courses:

16 credits in courses approved by the candidate’s committee, including

PEPS 605 - Biology of Plant Pathogens: Fungi and Nematodes Credits: 4
PEPS 606 - Biology of Plant Pathogens: Bacteria and Viruses Credits: 4
PEPS 615 - Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Plant Diseases Credits: 3
PEPS 615L - Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Plant Diseases Laboratory Credits: 2
Excluding PEPS 660 , PEPS 699 , PEPS 700 , and PEPS 799 .

Seminars:

Minimum of 2 credits in PEPS 660 , which is required each semester except when enrolled in PEPS 799 ; 2 credits in PEPS 799 (CR/NC). PEPS 799 credits are not counted towards degree credit requirements.

PEPS 660 - Seminar in Plant Pathology Credits: 1
PEPS 799 - Proposal/Defense Seminar Credits: 1

MS Plan B (Non-thesis)

Research:

PEPS 699 - Directed Research Credits: V 6-9 credits, preferably taken in 2-3 different laboratories.

Courses

19-22 credits in courses approved by the candidate’s committee, including

PEPS 605 - Biology of Plant Pathogens: Fungi and Nematodes Credits: 4
PEPS 606 - Biology of Plant Pathogens: Bacteria and Viruses Credits: 4
PEPS 615 - Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Plant Diseases Credits: 3
PEPS 615L - Diagnosis and Management of Tropical Plant Diseases Laboratory Credits: 2
Excluding PEPS 660 , PEPS 699 , PEPS 700 , and PEPS 799

Seminars:

Minimum of 2 credits in PEPS 660 , which is required each semester except when enrolled in PEPS 799 ; 1 credit in PEPS 799 (CR/NC). PEPS 799 credits are not counted towards degree credit requirements.

PEPS 660 - Seminar in Plant Pathology Credits: 1
PEPS 799 - Proposal/Defense Seminar Credits: 1