Dunedin,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Applied Science - Plant Biotechnology in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago
University of Otago
|
Dunedin New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
64,661
(c. USD37,703.83)
Attendance
Full-time
The Master of Applied Science (MAppSc) is a 180-credit postgraduate program focused on coursework. While typically designed for graduates, it also welcomes applicants with equivalent professional qualifications. This interdisciplinary degree equips students with adaptable scientific skills valued across various industries, offering specialized tracks in commercialization, workplace projects, or independent research.
This comprehensive program integrates plant physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. Drawing on expertise from both Botany and Biochemistry departments, it cultivates professionals who understand complete plant systems and can employ advanced molecular methods to enhance agriculturally significant plants.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions-
be a graduate and have achieved an average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers,
have obtained a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science with an average grade of at least B,
have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.
Every applicant shall have fulfilled one of the following conditions-
be a graduate and have achieved an average grade of at least B in the relevant 300-level papers,
have obtained a Postgraduate Certificate or a Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science with an average grade of at least B,
have equivalent alternative qualifications or experience acceptable to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).
In considering an applicant's qualifications, regard will be had to the detail of the course of study followed to gain the qualification, as well as the applicant's performance in the programme.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.
Tuition
NZD
64,661