Plant Health (DPH)
The Doctor of Plant Health (DPH) is a professional degree focused on educating high-level plant practitioners who are critical to the sustainability and security of future plant production systems.
Description
The DPH program emphasizes broad interdisciplinary education across all plant-related disciplines and incorporates practical training and experience. The program requires 100 graduate credit hours, plus the required internships. Unique aspects to this University of Nebraska–Lincoln program include:
- Core curriculum provides significant depth across all major disciplines involved in plant health (agronomy/horticulture, entomology, plant pathology, soil science, weed science).
- Experiential learning through internships provides unique opportunities to develop skills in managing integrated production systems and problem-solving by applying multidisciplinary skills to actual plant health problems.
- Flexibility through elective credits and internships hone professional interests and bolster training credentials.
- Comprehensive diagnostic training enables the effective identification and management of all issues affecting plant health.
- Enhancing capacity in leadership and various soft skills actively sought by employers.
As a Doctor of Plant Health, you will make a significant impact throughout your career by applying science to plant management systems while working to maximize the systems economic, environmental and social sustainability.
Program-Related Information
Program Director
Jeffrey Bradshaw
402-472-3345
jbradshaw2@unl.edu
Support Staff
Kelly White
402-472-3365
kwhite3@unl.edu