About the program
General Information
- Institution: Kasetsart University
- Campus / Faculty / Department: Bang Khen Campus, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Agronomy
- Program Name: Bachelor of Science Program in Agronomy
- Degree: Bachelor of Science (Agronomy)
- Abbreviation: B.S. (Agronomy)
The Department of Agronomy is one of the original departments of the Faculty of Agriculture, Kasetsart University, with a history of nearly 80 years. The program produces graduates with knowledge and skills in field crop production, plant breeding, plant physiology, seed science, weed science, and agricultural meteorology.
Graduates can pursue careers in the private and public sectors or continue to graduate studies both domestically and internationally.
Study plan
Study Plan
Year 1
General education, basic sciences (chemistry, biology, physics), introduction to agronomy
Year 2
Plant genetics, plant physiology, soil science, agricultural statistics
Year 3
Plant breeding, seed science, weed science, economic crop production
Year 4
Seminar, special problems/research, internship, elective courses
Program structure
Program Structure (minimum 137 credits)
- General Education: 30 credits
- Specialized Courses: 97 credits
- Core Courses: 45 credits
- Required Major Courses: 32 credits
- Elective Major Courses: 20 credits
- Free Electives: 6 credits
- Internship: 4 credits
Career Paths
Government agencies, e.g.
- University and academic institution lecturers
- Department of Agriculture
- Rice Department
- Department of Agricultural Extension
- Ministry of Science and Technology
Private sector, e.g.
- Seed production companies
- Agricultural export companies
- Agrochemical companies
- Integrated agribusiness companies
Self-employed business, e.g.
- Crop production and export business
- Fertilizer and agrochemical business
- Agro-ecotourism destinations
- Agricultural startups
"The Department of Agronomy strives to develop and strengthen graduates and research with quality and ethics, contributing to Thai and global society."
