MSc Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement (Part time)
Key Details
- Attendance
- Part Time
- Award
- Degree of Master of Science
- Course Length
- 2 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2024
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Study and Modules
Structure
If you are undertaking the course over two years, you’ll usually complete 100 credits of taught modules in Year 1. (However, it is possible to arrange bespoke variants of this profile to accommodate individual requirements). This will provide you with all of the necessary theoretical and practical skills required to successfully complete the research elements of the programme in Year 2.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
Our teaching team is made up of research staff from JIC and a number of leading plant breeding companies within the UK.
You’ll be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars and laboratory work geared towards helping you understand and apply the concepts and theories covered in your course.
Assessment
We will assess your learning through a diverse set of assessment types depending on the module and learning objectives. These include essays, laboratory reports, coursework assignments, presentations and problem-based learning sessions. In addition, your research dissertation and seminar presentation will form a significant part of the course assessment.
Structure
In your second year, you’lll be guided in your selection of an appropriate laboratory-based research project supervised by a principal scientist at John Innes Centre, or within an industry setting. Prior to commencing the research project you’ll research your chosen topic, and prepare a comprehensive research project plan.
Compulsory Modules
Whilst the University will make every effort to offer the modules listed, changes may sometimes be made arising from the annual monitoring, review and update of modules. Where this activity leads to significant (but not minor) changes to programmes and their constituent modules, the University will endeavour to consult with students and others. It is also possible that the University may not be able to offer a module for reasons outside of its control, such as the illness of a member of staff. In some cases optional modules can have limited places available and so you may be asked to make additional module choices in the event you do not gain a place on your first choice. Where this is the case, the University will inform students.
Teaching and Learning
An important element of the course is the substantial six-month laboratory-based research project, which demands a high level of independence. You’ll choose a research area that suits your own interests and aspirations and through this you’ll gain thorough training in experimentation, data collection, critical analysis and presentation. You’ll work under the supervision of a senior scientist at JIC, or one of our affiliated institutes. As part of this you’ll submit a dissertation and present a seminar on your research project.
Assessment
Your learning will be assessed through a variety of methods, depending on the module and learning objectives. These methods may includeessays, laboratory reports, coursework assignments, presentations, and problem-based learning sessions. In addition, your research dissertation and seminar presentation will be a significant part of the course assessment.