About this program
About
Entomology explores the biology of insects and their relatives, from cells to ecosystems. You’ll study evolution, ecology, physiology, behavior, genetics and more, and apply this knowledge to real-world challenges in agriculture, public health and the environment. With hands-on labs and fieldwork, you’ll gain practical experience and prepare for careers in pest management, research and environmental science.
What can I do with this degree?
Degree outcomes
Graduates in entomology study insects and their role in agriculture, ecosystems and human health. Through hands-on research and field experiences, students prepare for careers managing pests, protecting crops and advancing scientific understanding of insect biology.
Public service
- Public health entomologist
- Environmental health specialist
- Forensic Investigator
- Zoo and wildlife management
- Natural resource protection and conservation
Agriculture and Pest Management
- Pest management specialist
- Agricultural crop consultant
- Environmental and crop consulting
- Agrochemical regulatory and compliance officer
Research and Scientific Careers
- Entomology research technician
- Laboratory technician
- Insect biology research assistant
- Greenhouse manager
Education and Outreach
- Environmental educator
- Extension educator
- Science outreach specialist
Program components
- GE Seminar: GENED 1201
- Writing and Information Literacy: Student Choice
- Mathematical & Quantitative Reasoning/Data Analysis: Major requirement: MATH 1150 (or Student Choice)
- Literary, Visual and Performing Arts: Student Choice
- Historical & Cultural Studies: Student Choice
- Natural Science: Major requirement: BIOLOGY 1113 (or Student Choice)
- Social & Behavioral Sciences: Major requirement: AEDECON 2001 or ECON 2001.01 (or Student Choice)
- Race, Ethnic and Gender Diversity: Student Choice
- Theme: Citizenship for a Diverse & Just World: Student Choice
- Student Choice theme: Student Choice
- GE Reflection: GENED 4001
Major core courses
- General Entomology
- General Entomology Laboratory
- Capstone: Problem-Based Studies in Plant Health
- General Insect Pest Management
- Veterinary Entomology
- Ecology and Mgmt. of Pathogens and Insects Affecting Trees in Forest and Urban Environments
- Vector Biology and Vector-Borne Diseases
- Turfgrass Insect and Mite Pests – Identification, Biology, and Management
- Landscape Ornamental Plant Insect and Mite Pests – Identification, Biology, and Management
- Insects and Human Affairs: Pests, Plagues, Poisons, and Politics
- Beekeeping
- Insect Symbioses
- Social Insects or Honors Social Insects
- Undergraduate Research in Entomology
- Research with Distinction or Honors Research with Distinction
- Insect Pathology
- Pollinator Biology and Conservation
- Taxonomy and Behavior of Aquatic Invertebrates
- Insect Behavior: Mechanisms and Function
- Biological Control of Arthropod Pests
- Principles and Applications of Integrated Pest Management
- Pesticide Science
Supporting courses
- General Chemistry I
- General Chemistry II
- College & Department Survey: FAES 1100 (0.5) & ENTMLGY 1100 (0.5)
- Oral Expression: AGRCOMM 3130 or COMM 2110
- Additional Science: BIOLOGY 1114
- Internship: FAES 3191 & ENTMLGY 4191
- Minor Equiv. b: MATH 1151 Calculus I (5) -or- MATH 1156 Calculus for the Bio. Sci. (5) EEOB 3410 Ecology (4) MOLGEN 4500 General Genetics (3)
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Study insects that shape our world
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Study insects that shape our world
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Learn about insects, from the cellular level to entire ecosystems, while addressing real-world challenges in agriculture, public health and the environment.
