Sustainable Plant Health MSc

This course is run in conjunction with the School of GeoSciences of the University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh and the surrounding area provide a concentration of expertise in the plant health sciences including research on plant and crop science, plant biodiversity, conservation, forestry, agricultural and crop systems and sustainable development which is unique in Scotland and a major centre of expertise in the UK. This creates an excellent framework for education and research opportunities.

On complation of the course graduates will

• have gained specialist knowledge and understanding of the nature of plant health and its evaluation, impact and management,
• have developed skills for the detection and identification of agents detrimental to plant health
• develop an understanding of the nature and diversity of plant health interactions
• gain the ability to develop strategies for management of plant health and their relevance to agricultural and non-agricultural ecosystems
• develop an understanding of the relevance of plant health to sustainability and food security
• developed their analytical skills and critical thinking.

This 12 month programme involves two semesters of classes followed by an individual research project.

The curriculum consists of two core and four elective taught courses, followed by a period of individual dissertation project work.

Field trips will also form a crucial part of this course.

The programme is delivered at the Edinburgh Campus, and can be taken full time over 12 months or part-time over 24 or 36 months

Additional information can be found in our course leaflet.