Overview

Why Choose University of Saskatchewan for Plant Sciences?

Study in a state-of-the-art Agriculture Building featuring 180 research labs and a 30,000 sq. ft. controlled environment facility
Access 25,000 sq. ft. of nearby greenhouses and nearly 2,000 hectares of land dedicated to plant research
Contribute to the development of new crop varieties tailored to Western Canada’s short, dry growing season and global market demands

Work alongside expert faculty committed to solving real-world agricultural challenges

Leaders in crop innovation and sustainable agriculture

Driving discovery from molecular genetics to field-based solutions that enhance crop resilience, land stewardship, and global food security. You’ll contribute to research that empowers producers, protects ecosystems, and advances sustainable farming systems across the Canadian Prairies and beyond.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Field Crops of Western Canada
Plant Ecology
Statistical Methods
Horticulture
Field Crops

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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More details

Applications are accepted on a year-round, continual basis with no application deadline.

Language

English

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120

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saskatoon, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

86

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PTE Academic

63

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Language Proficiency Requirements: Proof of English proficiency may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English. A minimum overall TOEFL score of 86 is required with a minimum score of 20 in each area, or a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.5 in each area
A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (USask grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (i.e. 60 credit units)
A four-year honours degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

9388 CAD / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4172 CAD / year

≈ 4172 CAD / year

Living costs

Saskatoon

Canada

1279 - 1865 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Why Choose University of Saskatchewan for Plant Sciences?

Leaders in crop innovation and sustainable agriculture

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Saskatoon

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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