Plant Sciences MSc by Research

UK

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What will I learn?

This programme is suitable for those wishing to carry out a short, in depth research project, and not attend taught programmes. The MSc by Research programmes consist of induction courses, an eight-month research project and a period to write it up. The degree is carefully tailored to your interests, and can be particularly suitable for people undertaking research in a work-based context wishing to gain an academic qualification.

The University will use all reasonable effort to deliver the courses as described, but the University reserves the right to make changes to advertised courses. In exceptional circumstances that are beyond the University’s reasonable control (Force Majeure Events), we may need to amend the programmes and provision advertised. In this event, the University will take reasonable steps to minimise the disruption to your studies. If a course is withdrawn or if there are any fundamental changes to your course, we will give you reasonable notice and you will be entitled to request that you are considered for an alternative course or withdraw your application. You are advised to revisit our website for up-to-date course information before you submit your application.

Which department am I in?

Lancaster Environment Centre (LEC)

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£26,492.00 (27,89,219) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

6 October 2024

Venue

Lancaster University

Bailrigg,

Lancaster,

Lancashire,

LA1 4YW, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Students need to have 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Industry-based experience may be considered. We may also consider non-standard applicants. IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 6.5, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test, Pearson PTE Academic with a score of at least 58 and a minimum of 50 in each component of the test; or ToEFL IBT or ToEFL IBT Home Edition with an overall score of at least 87, with a minimum of 19 in reading, 19 in listening, 19 in speaking and 22 in writing.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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