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Master of Plant Health and Biosecurity
Campus Waite Campus
Degree Type Masters by Coursework
Duration
2 years
full-time
or
part-time
equiv.
SATAC Code 3CM085
2009
ATAR
N/A
- Program Outline
Plant Health has a strong emphasis on producing and securing healthy plants, with a focus on biosecurity. The program is designed as a series of intensive short courses, integrating scientific communication, critical thinking, problem solving and bioinformatics into the curriculum.
- Program Structure
First year of the Masters program involves 24 units of coursework usually taken as six 3-unit courses and one 6-unit course (Graduate Diploma). The Masters is a 48-unit program, comprising 24 units of coursework and 24 units of research. If a student is awarded status/credit for relevant professional and/or research experience, they will complete 12 units of research.
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Varies with course. Includes written assignments, individual or group projects, oral presentations and exams.
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I am a:Domestic applicants
SATAC Code 3CM085 Annual tuition fees Commonwealth-supported place: $4,249Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only.Completed Honours degree; or, a completed Graduate Diploma in Plant Health & Biosecurity.How to Apply
SATAC Code: 3CM085International applicants
Not an international applicant?
IELTS Overall 6 [more info] Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,200 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry onlyPrerequisites
Relevant Bachelor's degree with high level of academic achievementEquivalent Scores
IELTSOverallReadingListeningSpeakingWriting65.55.566How to Apply
International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results
Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
Annual tuition fees International student place: $25,200 Mid-year entry? No Enquiries University Contact Centre Selection Criteria
Graduate entry only - Study Plans
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules).
Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.Courses
- Foundations of Plant Health (PLANT SC 7220WT)
- Advanced Principles Pest Management & Biosecurity (PLANT SC 7222WT)
- Strategies & Practices for Pest Management & Eradication (PLANT SC 7020WT)
- Molecular and Biochemical Diagnostic Methods in Plant Health (PLANT SC 7120WT)
- Classical Diagnostic Methods in Plant Health (PLANT SC 7221WT)
- Biosecurity and Incursion Management (PLANT SC 7121WT)
- Management and Regulation of Plant Health (PLANT SC 7122WT)
- Research Project (PLANT SC 7224WT)
- Career Opportunities
Well paid career opportunities exist in government agencies, universities and private companies in areas such as quarantine and trade regulation, and as researchers, scientific advisors and consultants.
Potential careers
Agriculture, Agricultural Service Industry, Environmental Biologist, Environmental Management, Pest Control, Food Scientist, Food Technologist, Plant Breeding
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Contact the Faculty of Sciences on (08) 8303 5673 or e-mail faculty.sciences@adelaide.edu.au or visit www.sciences.adelaide.edu.au
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Last updated: Friday, 23 Apr 2010
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