MSc by Research Agricultural Science and Technology MSc by Research

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What will I learn?

Programme Overview

Lincoln's MSc by Research in Agricultural Science and Technology offers prospective students advanced research opportunities in multidisciplinary research combining agriculture and technology. The programme brings together scientific and technological innovations to address global agricultural challenges.

The programme provides a comprehensive mixture of both theory and skill development in several research areas including, but not limited to, crop phenotyping, precision agriculture, agri-robotics, regenerative agriculture, weed science, soil and water, natural resource management and sustainable agroforestry systems.

Graduates of this programme are well placed to embark on diverse career paths in either academia, research organisations, agri-food industry, technology providers and start-ups, non-governmental organisations in land use and conservation, such as national, wildlife ad woodland trusts,, government departments, and the private sector in plant breeding and food production industries, to name a few.

How You Are Assessed

An MSc by Research is usually awarded based on the quality and originality of a student's thesis. Students are also expected to demonstrate how their research findings have contributed to knowledge in the subject area or developed existing theory or understanding.

Career Development

A research programme provides the opportunity to become a true expert in your chosen field, while developing a range of valuable transferable skills than can support your career progression. A research-based degree is also the most direct pathway to an academic career. Research degrees are a great chance to expand your network and meet diverse people with similar interests, knowledge, and passion.

The University’s Doctoral School provides a focal point for Lincoln’s community of researchers, where ideas and experiences can be developed and shared across disciplines. It also o?ers support and training to help equip you for both academic and non-academic careers.

Which department am I in?

University of Lincoln

Study options

Full Time (1 year)

Tuition fees
£17,700.00 (US$ 22,858) per year
This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

January 2025

Venue

Brayford Pool

Charlotte Scott Building,

University of Lincoln,

Lincoln,

LN6 7DH, CENTRAL ENGLAND, England

Entry requirements

For international students

Students should hold at least a second-class honours degree in a relevant subject such as Crop and Plant Sciences, Agricultural Technology, Horticulture, Agriculture, or Ecology. We will also consider students from other disciplines such as socio-economics sciences discussing technology and others, where they can demonstrate relevant skills and genuine interest. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element.

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

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About University of Lincoln

The University of Lincoln has a reputation for high student satisfaction, inspirational teaching, and award-winning industry links.

  • Lincoln is a (TEF 2023) triple gold winner
  • Top 150 in the world (THE 2023) & QS Five-Star university
  • Located at the centre of the historic city of Lincoln
  • placed among the top 10 in 10 categories in WUSCAs 2024