Overview

Students from this Plant Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology - Forestry program at Michigan State University learn to manage resources, people, and technology to improve the use, conservation and renewal of natural and created environments; develop sustainable systems; manage green spaces; enhance community and economic development; and advance food safety and nutrition. Graduates are employed as scientists, leaders, educators, managers, and stewards of human and natural resources.

Learning outcomes

The diverse disciplines and expertise in the college encompass research in animal and plant biotechnology, control of invasive species, control of pathogens, protection of biodiversity, management of urban sprawl, environmental remediation, wildlife management, use of biosensors to detect foodborne pathogens, tourism, ergonomics and lean construction, and the sustainability of agricultural and natural resource systems. Knowledge derived from research is integrated into course work and extended to benefit the community, state, nation and world – epitomizing the excellence of the land-grant tradition.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Manage green spaces
Enhance community and economic development
Advance food safety and nutrition
Natural and created environments
Foodborne pathogens

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00

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More details

Students are encouraged to apply by December 1st to be eligible for Plant Science and University Fellowships.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biotechnology Horticulture and Crop Science Genetics View 195 other Masters in Biotechnology in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Normally an undergraduate grade–point average of 3.00 (B) or higher is required for admission to any status.

Credits earned in regular or provisional status are acceptable as part of a student's degree requirements upon approval of the major professor and the dean.

Tuition Fee

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International

51870 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1729 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

51870 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1729 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

26790 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 893 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for East Lansing

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Plant Breeding, Genetics and Biotechnology - Forestry.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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