May 20, 2024  
BVU Academic Catalog 23-24 
  
BVU Academic Catalog 23-24

Agricultural Studies, BASc


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The BASc Agricultural Studies major is designed for students who have earned an AAS from a regionally accredited institution and wish to advance their careers by earning a bachelor’s degree. Completion of this this flexible interdisciplinary major will enable students to develop solid agricultural science and business backgrounds while also pursuing further studies in areas tied to agriculture that interest them the most. Students pursuing this major also must complete the BASc core requirements, which support student development of the Buena Vista University signature skills effective communication, problem solving, and integrative learning. This program will be available to students regardless of BVU location, however, some of the elective courses may only be available at specific locations where the appropriate laboratory and field resources are available.

Each BASc program will include a curriculum designed to meet specific learning outcomes developed in collaboration with the partner institution(s), any associated corporate partner or professional association and relevant Storm Lake faculty. Majors may include laboratory science and technology, business leadership, management, or other areas relevant to the personal and professional needs of students. All coursework and the overall program will be assessed according to BVU’s prevailing assessment practices.

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