Urban Sustainable Agriculture
Agriculture Studies
Are you interested in vertical farming, beekeeping, animal science, or hydroponics?
In this program, you can put scientific principles to work and gain hands-on experience
from industry professionals in topics ranging from urban farming, greenhouse crop
production, greenhouse management, sustainable practices that translate to large or
small farm operations, and animal husbandry.
Agriculture is the art and science of raising plants and animals for human benefit.
It is the foundation of civilizations and contributes to food security. The Collin
College Agricultural Studies department offers students an opportunity to learn sustainable
practices in agriculture, improve production practices, and meet the needs of a rapidly
growing population.
Want to KNOW MORE? Complete the Agricultural Studies Program Interest Form to request more information.
Degrees & Certificates
Certificates
Certificate Level 1 - Sustainable Agriculture
Certificate Level 1 - Controlled Environment Agriculture
Degrees
Associate of Applied Science Urban Sustainable Agriculture
Transfer Courses
Transferring to a 4 year Agriculture Program? We are offering two Agriculture Transfer courses that are NOT part of the AAS Degree. For students wishing to transfer to a four-year institution that offers a degree in Agriculture, these two courses are available at Collin College!!!
AGRI 2317 Introduction to Agricultural Economics - 3 credits
AGRI 1419 Introduction to Animal Science - 4 credits
Agriculture Transfer Courses - embedded in AAS degree but can be taken as part of an AA or AS degree.
We offer 17 credits in academic transfer agriculture courses.
AGRI 2303 - Agricultural Construction - 3 credits
AGRI 1415 - Horticulture - 4 credits
AGRI 1325 - Agricultural Marketing - 3 credits
Program Information
Course Build Surveys*
*The Student Course Survey helps us design our program to meet your needs!* Next survey will be out Fall 2024
Events
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Contact Us
If you have additional questions or would like more information, please email agstudies@krissystems.com
Anne Thornton - Program Director, Urban Sustainable Agriculture
Deidra Carpenter, MA, GCDF - Workforce Programs Coach