UFV's four-year Bachelor of Agricultural Science with a Horticulture major helps you develop the perfect mix of technical, communication, and business skills to prepare you to play a leading role in the Fraser Valley's agricultural sector.

In addition to including the core content offered by Horticulture programs in this field (e.g. nursery, greenhouse, vegetable, fruit production and science), the degree has a strong applied focus. 

Most of the courses are associated with a laboratory section, practical greenhouse work, and/or field trips.

Lab work in Biology, Chemistry, Physical Geography courses provide exposure to laboratory equipment as well as training in report writing and presentations. 

The Agriculture courses emphasize greenhouse operation, pest diagnosis and treatment, and soil analysis both from a theoretical and practical perspective.

FEATURES:

• Practicum provides work experience and industry contacts
• You get hands-on experience in the Agriculture Centre in Chilliwack, B.C., which features a demonstration barn, research greenhouse, and top-of-the-line agricultural automation and farmwright equipment

High School Applicants please provide a copy of:
1- High school transcript(s) 
2- English language score 
3- Passport.
NOTE: India interim high school applicants please submit a copy of your Grade 11 transcript. India CBSE high school graduates please upload a copy of your Admit or Examination card.

Post-Secondary Applicants please provide a copy of:
1- High school transcript(s).
2- Post-secondary transcript(s) from all institutions attended. 
3- English language score 
4- Passport.

Option 1: High School

1. B.C. secondary school graduation or equivalent.
2. Prerequisites for CHEM 110.
3. Prerequisites for BIO 111.
4. Prerequisites for STAT 104

Option 2: Students transitioning from a UFV agriculture certificate or diploma

Students transitioning from one of UFV's agriculture certificates or the Agriculture Technology diploma must satisfy: 

The Agriculture Technology diploma's entrance requirements, as well as meeting the prerequisites for BIO 111, CHEM 110, and STAT 104.

Option 3: University Entrance 

1. Completion of a minimum of nine credits at the 100 level and above, transferable to a degree program, with a minimum GPA of 2.00 on all credits attempted.
2. Prerequisites for CHEM 110.
3. Prerequisites for BIO 111.
4. Prerequisites for STAT 104.
5. Prerequisites for CMNS 125.

Pathways:

Students who do not meet these requirements might consider Qualifying Studies. Qualifying Studies (QS) is for students who need to upgrade their education to gain admission to UFV certificate, diploma, or degree programs.