Our Degrees
Some of the world’s most dangerous animals are arthropods — mosquitoes, ticks, lice and others — because of the pathogens and parasites they carry.
Nematodes, or roundworms, live in practically all habitats. They influence soil fertility, food safety and other aspects of animal and plant health.
The nutrition and food minor provides students with basic knowledge about the chemical and biological components of food and the ways in which foods affect our nutrition, health and well-being
The nutrition science minor provides science students with a basic understanding of biochemical reactions involved in human metabolism, human organ systems and an overview of nutrient functions, nu
Oceanography is the study of the Earth’s oceans, investigating connections between geological, biological, chemical and physical processes in the marine realm and the interactions between the
From subatomic particles to galaxies with billions of stars, physics studies what the universe is made of and how it works.
This minor explores plants and their dynamic means of interacting with the environment. Three areas of specialization are offered:
Precision agriculture is the latest farming concept that optimizes fertilizer, pesticide and water use, while minimizing environmental concerns.
The psychology program at UC Davis is broad and includes students and faculty with a variety of interests.