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Master's Program - Tropical Plant Pathology Print this page

The M.S. 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 the requirements for each option below.


The M.S. degree in 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.


M.S. Plan A ( Thesis)

  • Courses: 16 credits in courses approved by the candidate's committee, including 10 credits in courses numbered 600-698, excluding PEPS 660 and 699, including at least 6 credits selected from PEPS 612, 616, 630, and 646
  • Seminars:
    • Minimum of 2 credits in PEPS 660, which is required each semester except when enrolled in PEPS 799
    • 2 credits in PEPS 799 (C/N) - C/N credits are not counted towards degree credit requirements
  • Research:
    • 12 credits in PEPS 700 Thesis Research
    • Submission of acceptable thesis

M.S. Plan B (Non-Thesis)

  • Courses: 19-22 credits in courses approved by the candidate's committee, including 16 credits in courses numbered 600-698, excluding PEPS 660 and 699, including at least 6 credits selected from PEPS 612, 616, 630, and 646
  • Seminars:
    • Minimum of 2 credits in PEPS 660, which is required each semester except when enrolled in PEPS 799
    • 1 credit in PEPS 799 (C/N) - C/N credits are not counted towards degree credit requirements
  • Research: 6-9 credits in PEPS 699 Directed Research, preferably taken in 2-3 different laboratories

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