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EDUCATION/CULTURE--AGRICULTURE COLLEGE OFFERS TECHNOLOGY DEGREE ----------------------------------------------------------------- The Nova Scotia Agriculture College will introduce a bachelor of technology degree in September, providing yet another reason for students to study at the leading agricultural institution in Atlantic Canada. The degree will blend high-level skills acquisition with theoretical knowledge, producing graduates in specific technology disciplines. Students will be provided with the unique opportunity to develop state-of-the art practical skills while building a thorough understanding of the current theoretical standards of their interest areas. "This new degree is a logical extension of the diploma programs the college has operated for years," said Dr. Garth Coffin, principal of the Truro institution. "It reflects our commitment to providing the kind of training the market is seeking." Landscape horticulture will be the first major introduced within the bachelor of technology degree program; it is the first such major to be offered in Canada. An emphasis on sciences such as ecology and soil management, coupled with elective study in areas of landscape design, construction and business management, will prepare graduates for all aspects of the landscape industry. "The major was designed in consultation with the landscape industry to ensure that our graduates continue to meet the needs of industry," explained Prof. Carol Goodwin of the plant science department. "We are very excited about this opportunity for advanced study beyond the technology diploma and we are proud of the flexibility our BT degree provides." The program provides opportunity for student exchanges to Alberta and to Britain, co-operative work experience, individualized study and advanced technical and management training designed to broaden students' knowledge and experience. The college plans to introduce several other majors over the next few years. -30- Contact: Stephanie Brown 902-893-7247 trp Apr. 14, 1997 - 3 p.m.