Minneapolis,
MN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Applied Plant Sciences - Plant Breeding/ Molecular Genetics in Minneapolis United States | University of Minnesota Twin Cities
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
|
Minneapolis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
29,580
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Applied Plant Sciences program offers interdisciplinary training to prepare students for careers as professional scientists with expertise in agronomy/agroecology, horticulture, and plant breeding/molecular genetics. Program graduates gain the skills to offer creative solutions and leadership in both public and private sectors, addressing challenges within their fields and broader society. The curriculum combines genomics, field research, data analysis, and cutting-edge breeding techniques to create improved plant varieties for food production, animal feed, bioenergy, textiles, and ornamental purposes.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students entering the program should have a foundation in the physical and biological sciences, preferably with some emphasis in plant science. A minimum of 10 credits of math and physics, 12 credits of chemistry and biochemistry, and 15 credits of biological and/or agricultural sciences are recommended for admission. In addition, students should have completed a BS or BA degree in agriculture, biology, or other related life science.
Preferred undergraduate GPA-3
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) - No
Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)- No
TOEFL iBT - 79 (Writing Subscore - 21)(Reading - 19)
IELTS Academic- 6.5 (Writing Subscore - 21)
Cambridge Assessment English (CAE) C1 Advanced - 180 (Writing Subscore - 180)
ACT- Both English and Reading- 21
Writing-8
SAT- Evidence Based Reading and Writing-540
Writing and Language - 28
Preferred undergraduate GPA-3
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) - No
Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)- No
TOEFL iBT - 79 (Writing Subscore - 21)(Reading - 19)
IELTS Academic- 6.5 (Writing Subscore - 21)
Cambridge Assessment English (CAE) C1 Advanced - 180 (Writing Subscore - 180)
ACT- Both English and Reading- 21
Writing-8
SAT- Evidence Based Reading and Writing-540
Writing and Language - 28
Tuition
USD
29,580