Curriculum on Agroecology (CDAE) Project Leader, Janet P. Pablo, along with project members Maria Luz D. Fang-asan, Kenneth A. Lauran, and Joanna I. Alafag, travelled to Hue University, Vietnam to participate in the Final Conference for the Curriculum on Agroecology from October 11 to 15, 2023. During this event, the group delivered a presentation on the pilot offering of the Master of Science in AgroEcology at Benguet State University. The master’s program received approval from the Board of Regents on July 27, 2023, as per BOR Res. No. 43 s. 2023. Currently, seven students are enrolled in the program.In addition, the team had the opportunity to showcase other degree programs offered by Benguet State University through an exhibit during the conference.
𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐒𝐀𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐚𝐦
The Master of Science in AgroEcology is designed to address the complexities of agriculturally used landscapes with a focus on sustainable development. It encompasses the intricate application of agroecological concepts within landscape-ecological contexts and tackles critical issues related to water management in agroecosystems, landscape design, and soil protection, with practical applications and a real-world perspective.
Moreover, this program is a collaborative effort, with instruction provided by the College of Agriculture (CA), College of Forestry (CF), and College of Natural Sciences (CNS).
