From Equine Science and Management to Natural Resources and Environmental Science, the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment offers a variety of majors to match your academic and professional goals.

AGRICULTURAL AND MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology

The Agricultural and Medical Biotechnology (AMBT) program is a life sciences degree for students who wish to pursue opportunities in biotechnology, human health, animal health, agricultural productivity, and environmental sustainability.

Agriculture Economics undergraduate students present posters at the AgEcon Symposium in the Good Barn.

Agricultural Economics

The Agricultural Economics (AEC) program provides students with the knowledge and skills to analyze market issues and trends and to develop innovative solutions to complex global food supply chain challenges.

Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences Summer Experience Kate holding a Sunflower

Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences

The Agricultural Ecosystem Sciences (AES) program prepares students to serve as responsible stewards of our agricultural production system, increasing yields and optimizing agricultural ecosystem benefits for society.

Agricultural Education and Advocacy

Agricultural Education and Advocacy

The Agricultural Education and Advocacy (AEA) program is a degree for students who excel at working with people, sharing information and solutions, and promoting agriculture.

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Agriculture Individualized Curriculum

The Agriculture Individualized Curriculum (AICU) program is a four-year Bachelor of Science in Agriculture degree for students who have earned at least 60 credit hours and need added flexibility to complete their degree.

Animal Sciences

Animal Sciences

The Animal Sciences (ASC) program prepares students for careers focused on the production, management, and care of domestic animals.

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Biosystems Engineering

The Biosystems Engineering (BE) program is an accredited engineering degree that prepares students to design solutions to meet the water, food and energy needs of the world’s growing population.

Community and Leadership Development

Community and Leadership Development

The Community and Leadership Development (CLD) program is a social science degree for students who want to make a difference in their communities or organizations by facilitating positive change.

Dietetics

Dietetics

The Dietetics program prepares students to become leading experts in food and nutrition and is the first step towards becoming a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN).

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Entomology

The Entomology (ENT) program is an individualized emphasis area in the four-year Bachelor of Science in Agriculture degree for students interested in insects, from molecules to ecosystems.

Equine Science and Management student with wildcat

Equine Science and Management

The Equine Science and Management (ESMA) program is a four-year Bachelor of Science degree with customizable specializations in equine science, equine management and industry, or communication, leadership and education.

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Family Financial Counseling

The Family Financial Counseling (FFC) program is a social science degree for students interested in helping individuals and families improve their lives and financial well-being.

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Food Biosciences

The Food Biosciences (FSC) program prepares students for careers in all aspects of the food, beverage, and allied industries.

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Forestry

Accredited by the Society of American Foresters, our forestry degree prepares students for careers focused on the sustainable management of forested resources for the benefit of humans.

Horticultural Science Student

Horticultural Science

The Horticultural Science (HRT) program prepares students for careers in the production and management of plants for food, landscaping, and enhancement of the human environment as well as advanced studies in the horticulture and plant science fields.

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Hospitality Management and Tourism

The Hospitality Management and Tourism (HMT) program prepares students for careers in the hospitality and tourism industries by blending service and event management with business principles. From mastering business strategy to creating unforgettable guest experiences, develop the skills you need to succeed in a growing global industry.

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Human Development and Family Science

The Human Development and Family Science (HDFS) program is a social science degree for students pursuing a career working with families and individuals to improve their well-being.

Human Nutrition Class

Human Nutrition

The Human Nutrition program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of nutritional science and its role in promoting health, while serving as a foundation for professional schools.

Landscape Architecture poster session

Landscape Architecture

The Landscape Architecture (LA) program, a creative STEM degree, prepares students to create human environments that are artful, socially relevant, sustainable, and functional.

Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles

Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles

The Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles (MAT) program prepares students for careers in retail and merchandising industries by blending creativity with business principles and developing the business skills they need to succeed in the global consumer marketplace.

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Natural Resources and Environmental Science

The Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES) program prepares students for careers in a wide range of environmental-related fields, including policy, conservation and planning, ecological restoration, education, and many more.

Sustainable Agriculture and Community Food Systems

Sustainable Agriculture and Community Food Systems

The Sustainable Agriculture and Community Food Systems (SAG) program prepares students for careers in sustainable farming and food systems from farm-to-fork and is customizable based on your interests and passion for the future of food and agriculture.

Exploratory Studies

If you’re not yet sure what major interests you, don’t worry; you don’t have to have it all figured out. By entering the Martin-Gatton CAFE as an exploratory student, you can develop career knowledge and explore your interests while fulfilling general education requirements.

Accelerated Master’s Pathways

UK’s Accelerated Master’s Pathways give highly motivated students the opportunity to earn both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in five years, instead of six. Students can also pursue their Ph.D. utilizing this program.