Beekeeping (Z088)

Graduate Certificate Program
College: Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences

ABSTRACT

The Graduate Certificate in Beekeeping (GC-Beekeeping) is a 12-credit graduate program that can be completed in twelve months of continuous study. The GC-Beekeeping focuses on the anatomy, physiology, and ecology of the honeybee. Students are taught how to construct and maintain a hive and best practices for maintaining a healthy colony.

Contact 

Magdalene Ngeve, Ph.D. (she, her, hers)
Lecturer & Director of Master of Professional Studies in Applied Entomology
Department of Entomology
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.1305
Email: mngeve@umd.edu
Faculty Website: https://magdalenengeve.weebly.com/
Department Website: http://oes-entm.umd.edu/

 
Relationships: Applied Entomology (MPAE), Integrated Pest Management (Z089), Organic and Sustainable Agriculture (Z090), Urban Agriculture (Z091)

Courses: ENTM

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Statement of Purpose
• Transcript(s)
• TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)

PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Letter of Recommendation (1)
• Bachelor’s degree in a biological field (exceptions can be made with work experience in a biological field and strong letters of recommendation)
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (exceptions can be made with work experience in a biological field and strong letters of recommendation)
• Description of Research/Work Experience
• Resume/CV

*Visa Eligibility: This program is not eligible for I-20 or DS-2019 issuance by the University of Maryland.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

RESOURCES AND LINKS:

Program Website: oes-entm.umd.edu
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions/application-process/step-step-guide-applying