ResM Agriculture and Food
University of PlymouthPlymouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
This ResM will provide you with the opportunity to undertake substantial independent research alongside scientists working at the forefront of innovation in terrestrial and aquatic food systems in the School of Biological and Marine Sciences. Areas of expertise include development of technology to monitor and improve animal behaviour and welfare, the use of molecular methods for pest, pathogen and biodiversity assessments, and the application of controlled environments in agriculture.
Key highlights
- Substantial independent research project in terrestrial and aquatic food systems
- Work alongside scientists at the forefront of food systems innovation
- Expertise in technology to monitor and improve animal behaviour and welfare
- Molecular methods for pest, pathogen and biodiversity assessments
- Research into controlled environment agriculture
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — or above
Scholarships
International Postgraduate Welcome to Plymouth Scholarship
£4,000 off tuition fees in year one
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Agricultural research scientist
- Food systems researcher
- Animal welfare scientist
- Plant pathologist
- Agri-tech research and development specialist
- PhD researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. If you are a full time student, you will pay full time fees for 1 year. | International: Please visit tuition fees for postgraduate research for information about fees. If you are a full time student, you will pay full time fees for 1 year.
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Plymouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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