PhD in Plant Agriculture - Bioproducts in Clinton Canada | University of Guelph

University of Guelph | Clinton Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 19,681
(c. USD14,121.43)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The utilization of agricultural crops and their byproducts to create diverse bioproducts (such as sustainable fuels, construction materials, and consumer goods for households, buildings, and vehicles) represents a growing research field.
Image: Bioproducts research tour in BDDC facilitiesPlant Agriculture studies in this domain encompass: bioproduct development, production, and evaluation alongside plant science initiatives that promote eco-friendly farming and genetic enhancement of crops for industrial applications. This research yields insights into how characteristics of bioproducts made from plant-derived components like cellulose, oils, proteins, starches, and other substances extracted from seeds, stems, husks, and corn cobs influence their functionality.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

The usual requirement for admission into the PhD program is a MSc degree by thesis in a field appropriate to their proposed area of specialization with a minimum 'B' average and supportive letters of reference. Direct admission to the PhD program is permitted to applicants holding an honours baccalaureate degree and demonstrating extraordinary academic and research capabilities. It is also possible for a student to transfer from the MSc without completing the requirements for that degree if the student has an excellent academic record and has strong research progress that can be expanded to the doctoral level. The request for transfer must be initiated by the student and must be done no earlier than the end of the second semester and no later than the end of the fourth semester. Applicants should submit a statement of research interests, background experiences, and career goals to assist in the identification of an appropriate faculty adviser with the resources necessary to support the thesis research. TOEFL- internet based : minimum total score of 89 with no individual scaled score less than 21 IELTS - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6. paper based- minimum score of 600 Computer Based- minimum score of 250

Tuition CAD 19,681

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