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Plant Science

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,C

One of the A levels should be a Science at Grade C or above or equivalent please see website. For this programme you will need a GCSE pass in Mathematics and English Language at grade C or 4.

Access to HE Diploma

D:15,M:30

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

29

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DMM

One of the A levels should be a Science at Grade C or above or equivalent please see website. For this programme you will need a GCSE pass in Mathematics and English Language at grade C or 4.

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A typical offer would be BBC at A- Level or BTEC DMM or equivalent. One of the A levels should be a Science at Grade C or above or equivalent please see website. For this programme you will need a GCSE pass in Mathematics and English Language at grade C or 4. Please see website for information https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/

About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Plant sciences

We are going through a rapid period of climate change and global food security is facing unprecedented threats from changing weather patterns. It is therefore essential that we significantly increase our food production for the growing population on this planet.

To achieve these goals, we not only need to develop high yielding crop plants but also varieties that can remain productive under stressful and variable growing conditions. Plant Scientists are highly in demand because they will play the central role in this endeavour.

Our Plant Science course is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of the latest concepts in genetics, plant breeding, gene mapping, plant physiology and data analysis.

You’ll develop the skills to collect and analyse scientific data independently, leading you towards an independent research project in your third year, where you can research a topic of your own choice with specific employment goals in mind. This also encourages close collaboration between you and your lecturers, involving you in their research.

In addition to lectures, seminars and workshops, you’ll complete intensive practical weeks to accelerate your skills development and produce a CV-ready portfolio of skills that will evidence your competency to employers once you graduate.

Top reasons to study with us

You'll develop your practical skills in our state-of-the-art laboratories and have the opportunity to broaden your experience by interacting with a range of employers in the field, such as major local growers and advisory companies such as the Fruit Advisory Services Team (FAST) at Brogdale.
100% of our students were satisfied overall with their course in the subject area of Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry. National Student Survey 2022
You’ll have opportunities to be actively involved in research as an intern, volunteer or through an industry focused Honours Research project.

Professional accreditation
Our course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers.

Specialist facilities
Our Verena Holmes building, at the heart of our Canterbury Campus, houses impressive lab equipment, including a full set of science laboratories and an excellent team of highly qualified lab technicians to support you.

Location
This course is run at our Canterbury Campus in Kent. Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London and less than an hour by high-speed train from St Pancras. Located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site the campus offers state-of-the-art buildings, right in the centre of a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city. You’ll benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a well-stocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat. A short walk away is Augustine House our award-winning library and home to a vast range of learning resources and student support teams.

Modules

For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.

Tuition fees

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Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Canterbury Christ Church University

Department:

School of Human and Life Sciences

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What students say


How do students rate their degree experience?

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Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

96%
UK students
4%
International students
50%
Male students
50%
Female students
76%
2:1 or above
28%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

B
A
B

After graduation


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Plant sciences

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£19,000
med
Average annual salary
81%
low
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

29%
Science, engineering and production technicians
12%
Other elementary services occupations
8%
Caring personal services

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Plant sciences

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