Master of Science - Plant Breeding
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
Explore the advanced science involved with plant breeding to further your career opportunities in this fast-evolving area.
About this programme
Lincoln’s MSc in Plant Breeding prepares you a career as a plant breeder in the cropping or pastoral industries. This is an in-demand role in New Zealand and globally with the need for increased food production and more restorative growing practices. Core content within this major is designed to align with internationally-recognised plant breeding qualifications, and is continually updated in collaboration with the New Zealand industry to maintain relevance. The research programme and accompanying facilities stretch from molecular biology to field-based breeding programmes. We maintain close ties with local plant breeding companies as well as with Crown Research Institute breeding programmes. This creates access to leading projects and breeding programmes across New Zealand, including regular field tours of South Island-based initiatives for both commercial and research reference.
Entry requirements
For a 240 credit Master's (thesis plus exam) you need a relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
For the 120-credit Master's (thesis only) you need a relevant postgraduate Honours degree with Second Class Honours, Division One equivalent or higher.
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in New Zealand. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other New Zealand universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division – the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.