Program Overview
The Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement at University of East Anglia is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 18,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 8,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Norwich, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Genetics, genomics and bioinformatics
- Laboratory research project
- Plant breeding
- Plant genomics and biotechnology
- Practical skills in plant molecular genetics
- Research project plan
- Statistics for plant science
- Target traits for crop improvement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Degree Subject\xc2\xa0Biological Sciences or Plant Biology
- Degree Classification\xc2\xa0Good first degree (minimum 2.1 or equivalent)
- Alternative Qualifications\xc2\xa0Candidates with other experience, such as employment within a plant breeding company or relevant research experience, will also be considered.
Students for whom English is a Foreign language
We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:
- IELTS: 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in all components)
- PTE (Pearson): 62 (minimum 55 in all components)
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university.\xc2\xa0
Special Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to submit two references with their application - at least one of these must be related to their most recent Academic study.
A full, detailed CV should also be included with the application
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 8,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,200 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 8,300 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of East Anglia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of East Anglia
University of East Anglia
Norwich, United Kingdom
University of East Anglia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months