Horticulture

Study the Science of Horticulture

If you’re interested in plants, sustainability, landscaping, greenhouse management, food systems, or environmental science, the Horticulture minor at Miami University is a flexible and practical way to expand your knowledge and career options.

As a student, this minor gives you a strong foundation in horticulture principles, plant science, and related applied fields — without requiring you to major in Botany or Biology. It’s designed to complement many different majors.

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Eligibility

A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for all courses in this minor. Courses must be taken for a grade (not credit/no-credit). Students planning to take this minor should consult with the lead departmental adviser.

Double-counting courses

A student majoring in either Biology, B.A./B.S. or Botany, B.A./B.S. can only count 10 credit hours from the Horticulture minor towards the major.

Horticulture Minor Curriculum and Courses

18 Semester Hours

Listed below is a sample of courses in the curriculum:

BIO 101 Biotechnology: Coming of Age in the 21st Century
BIO 115 Biological Concepts: Ecology, Evolution, Genetics, and Diversity
BIO 155 Field Botany
BIO 191 Plant Biology
BIO 241 Botanical Principles in Landscape Gardening
BIO 306 Basic Horticulture
BIO 314 Plant Diversity

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Why Consider a Horticulture Minor?

Students often choose this minor if they:

Want hands-on experience with plants and growing systems
Are interested in sustainable agriculture or urban farming
Plan careers in landscaping, greenhouse management, or environmental consulting
Want to strengthen applications for graduate school in plant science or environmental fields
Are majoring in Environmental Science, Business, Education, Sustainability, or related areas

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