Honours Agriculture Co-op Information for Employers
Adding Value to Your Team
The Bachelor of Science in Agriculture – Honours Agriculture major combines a robust core curriculum in agricultural science with a diverse range of electives in agri-food business, animal and plant production, land stewardship, and sustainability. This program allows students to tailor their studies to their career goals, offering opportunities to explore international agriculture and cutting-edge research in animal production, plant biotechnology, and pest management. The Co-op program enhances career readiness by integrating academic learning with professional experience, making graduates highly valued in Canada’s essential agricultural sector.
University of Guelph Advantage
- Academic Excellence: Our students benefit from learning under professors with world-renowned reputations and extensive histories in agriculture science. The University of Guelph's Ontario Agricultural College boasts a 150 year legacy of developing leaders in agriculture and food.
- Long-Term Project Engagement: With co-op work terms lasting 4, 8 or 12 months, employers benefit from continuity, allowing students to take on substantial, long-term projects that drive real impact for your organization.
- Flexible and Employer-Friendly Hiring: Our co-op process is designed to meet the needs of employers. With the Experience Guelph Hiring platform, posting jobs, conducting interviews, and making offers is simple, and works with your timelines.
Student Strengths
Knowledge:
Students undertake a core curriculum in agricultural science, enriched by a wide array of electives, including agri-food business, animal and plant production, land stewardship, and sustainability. This diverse academic foundation prepares them for co-op roles across various sectors.
Application:
The program incorporates field trips, workplace experiential learning, and independent study, providing hands-on experiences that develop practical skills essential for their work terms.
Communication:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Honours Agriculture Co-op Work Term Schedule
| YEAR | FALL | WINTER | SUMMER |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONE | Academic | Academic | Off |
| TWO | Academic | Academic | Work |
| THREE | Academic | Academic | Off |
| FOUR | Academic | Work | Work |
| FIVE | Work | Academic |
Honours Agriculture Course Sequencing
Please see the current undergraduate calendar for more information.
Sequence A - Production and Management
Sequence B - Research
See Undergraduate Calendar for list of Restricted Electives
