MSci Plant Sciences with Professional Placement
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
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University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
MSci Plant Sciences with Professional Placement
Undergraduate · Sciences
About this programme
The MSci Plant Sciences with Professional Placement builds on the foundation of the BSc Plant Sciences, to develop applied research and analytical skills. This additional depth gives you a competitive edge, whether you are aiming for graduate roles in industry or planning to pursue an academic career.On our course, you will have the chance to explore the full range of plant biology from genes to ecosystems. You will gain knowledge of the diversity, evolution and function of plants, and the latest developments in functional genomics, bioinformatics, plant developmental biology, plant pathology, cell signalling, pollination biology, ecology, plant conservation and systems biology.This five-year course is an expansion of our MSci Plant Sciences, allowing you to spend your third year gaining experience in industry. Placement opportunities are based on first-year examination results and a successful application to a participating employer. This is a student-led process and you will be supported by our expert team in securing a competitive placement. Throughout your placement, you will receive mentoring and training to help you develop professional skills and make the most of this unique opportunity.This course is available by transfer. To apply, make your application to MSci Plant Sciences and register your interest to add a professional placement once you have joined us.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Field
- Sciences
- Duration
- 5 years
- Tuition
- £31,300 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
Entry requirements
A-level standard offer: AAA | A-level contextual offer: ABB | Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (8)
- Black Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Black Heart Scholarship ProgrammePartial funding · Check official website
- Bristol Think Big ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, several rounds per year
- Qube Research and Technology ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Think Big about Science and Engineering Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big about Veterinary Science Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- University of Bristol BursaryLiving stipend · Claim by start of summer vacation each academic year