Weed Science

Graduate Certificate

About this Program

College: Agricultural and Life Sciences 

Credits: 9

Subplan Code: AGL_GCT30

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Certificates must comply with the Graduate Certificate Policy

A Graduate Certificate is an official credential granted by the University of Florida. It represents a cohesive, targeted curriculum of graduate-level coursework designed to validate specialized knowledge and skills in a specific field of study. To successfully earn and have a graduate certificate officially posted to the academic transcript, candidates must fulfill several key academic and administrative requirements:

  • Admission: Secure formal acceptance into the designated certificate program.
  • Course Completion: Successfully complete all approved, graduate-level coursework required by the curriculum.
  • Active Enrollment: Maintain active enrollment during the academic term in which the certificate is awarded.
  • Application Submission: Submit a formal graduation application to officially designate the graduate certificate credential on the transcript.

For specific prerequisite details, credit requirements, and application deadlines, students should consult directly with the academic department or unit offering the certificate.

Required Courses

PLS 5632CIntegrated Weed Management3
Electives6
Final Exam 1
Total Credits9
1

Students will complete an online examination to test their competency for the specific learning objectives associated with their coursework. Students will answer a minimum of 10 questions from each of the courses taken in the certificate program. Students must score a minimum of 75% correct in order to pass the exam and be awarded the Weed Science Certificate. The exam may be taken multiple times if necessary.

Approved Electives

IPM 5305Principles of Pesticides3
PLS 6655Plant/Herbicide Interaction3
HOS 6070Plant Materials for Conservation and Restoration3
PLS 5633Aquatic Plant Management3
PLS 5625Upland Invasive Plant Management3