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MSc MRes PG Dip PG Cert Plant Pathology

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    MSc/MRes/PGDip/PGCert 1 year full-time, 2 to 3 years part-time

Course Description

Harper Adams is the UK’s only provider of a postgraduate course in plant pathology. There is currently a shortage of expertise in this important topic, which is a key element in the effort to ensure global food security and mitigating the effects of climate change. By successfully completing this course you will develop a range of abilities that will prepare for an interesting and fulfilling career in an area with considerable opportunities.

Although food production has tripled in the last 40 years, approximately 1 billion people still go hungry, with an average of 30 per cent of all available food being wasted during production, processing and distribution. Crop losses through plant disease either pre- or post-harvest are an important component of these losses.

The aim of the course is to provide students with specialized training in plant pathology.

The course will:

  • prepare students for a career in plant pathology
  • offer vocational training in the area of applied plant pathology
  • prepare students for PhD studies

Entry Requirements

A UK honours degree (minimum 2:2) or equivalent overseas qualification. A good FdSc/HND pass in a relevant subject area plus at least two years’ relevant industrial or professional experience.

Previous experience, referees’ reports and interviews will be used to determine the suitability of candidates for particular programmes.

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Student Destinations

Students holding an MSc in Plant Pathology can find employment in a variety of organisations including agricultural, horticultural and forestry research institutions, universities, commercial organisations within the agrochemical sector, and advisory and consultancy roles in the private sector. Some graduates will go on to do postgraduate research.

Module Details

MSc 180 credits from:

  • Research and Information Skills
  • Biology and Epidemiology of Plant Pathogens
  • Diagnosis and Management of Plant Pathogens
  • Plant Health Management – Principles
  • Plant Health Management – Practices
  • Pesticide Technology
  • Research Project

Optional Modules

  • Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
  • Principles and Practices of Crop Production
  • Case Study
  • Optional Cognate Module 1
  • Experimental Design and Analysis

PGDip 120 credits from:

  • Research and Information Skills
  • Biology and Epidemiology of Plant Pathogens
  • Diagnosis and Management of Plant Pathogens
  • Plant Health Management – Principles
  • Plant Health Management – Practices
  • Pesticide Technology

Optional Modules

  • Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services
  • Experimental Design and Analysis
  • Principles and Practices of Crop Production
  • Case Study
  • Optional Cognate Module 1

PGCert 60 credits from:

  • Research and Information Skills
  • Biology and Epidemiology of Plant Pathogens
  • Diagnosis and Management of Plant Pathogens
  • Plant Health Management – Principles

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