Department of Entomology
The Department of Entomology offers graduate programs leading to Doctoral and Master of Science degrees. Upon completion of a Degree Program in Entomology, it is expected that graduates will be have:
- Knowledge of Entomology and its Application
- Exercise Critical and Creative Thinking
- Perform Statistical Analyses and Research Methods.
They will be able to begin and complete a research program by using the knowledge they have accrued by active field research. The curriculum provides the opportunity to study the basic and applied aspects of the science. Facilities and training are available for graduate study in major areas of entomology, including (but not limited to) apiculture; behavior; integrated biological control and sustainable pest management; ecology; forest entomology; insect/plant interactions; medical/veterinary entomology; population genetics; physiology; systematic; biological diversity and environmental toxicology. Departmental faculty, adjunct faculty, and affiliate faculty may all serve as student advisors.
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