The University of Sheffield
Prospective Postgraduates

MSc Plant-Environment Interactions

This course is not running in the academic year 2012-13. We are currently taking applications for 2013-14.

Department of Animal and Plant Sciences, Faculty of Science

We're ranked joint third in the UK for biological science research. You'll be taught by experts who love what they do.

About the course

1 year full-time/2 years part-time

The agricultural and forestry industries need plant biology graduates who can apply their knowledge to real-world problems. Those industries look to leading research universities like Sheffield to supply them with the right people.

Our MSc is excellent preparation for a career in plant breeding, biotechnology, biofuel applications or climate change research.

Entry requirements

You'll need a first or a very good 2:1 in a biology-related subject.

English language requirements for overseas students

Overall IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.

Entry requirements for international students

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Modules

  • Processes of Plant-Environment Interactions
  • Research skills
  • Advanced Techniques in Plant-Environment Interactions
  • Dissertation
  • Research project

Teaching

  • Hands-on training
  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Workshops
  • Practical classes
  • One-to-one supervision

Our teaching staff are all active researchers. They work here because they want to push the boundaries of accepted wisdom and inspire the next generation of plant scientists.

We'll give you training in research techniques and you'll carry out your own research project, supervised by a member of staff.

Assessment

  • Coursework assignments
  • Seminar presentations
  • Dissertation
  • Research project reports

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us:

Mrs Sue Carter
E: s.a.carter@sheffield.ac.uk
T: +44 (0)114 222 4376

Animal and Plant Sciences student


Why your masters matters

Advancing our understanding of how plants respond to the environment has never been more important. It's a fascinating subject, but we're not interested in research for its own sake.

We want to know how we can use what we learn to address some of the biggest challenges facing our planet, such as climate change, sustainable energy and food production.

Facilities

You'll be based at the £4.5m Arthur Willis Environment centre, close to the main campus and the heart of the city. Our research facilities include a Grodome and plant chambers that can simulate different climates.

First-rate analytical facilities include the NERC Molecular Genetics facility and a mass-spectrometry suite.

Apply now

You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

Postgraduate Online Application Form