Plant Pathology - Master [2 Years]
$32,522 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Science [M.S] Plant Pathology

  • Plant pathology encompasses basic and applied research, employs both model systems and economically important plants, and requires both laboratory and field experimentation.
  • Active research programs in the department encompass this full spectrum of questions and approaches, including research on virology, nematology, fungal genetics, tissue culture, soil microbiology and ecology, forest pathology, bacterial plant pathogens, molecular biology of parasite ,host interactions, microbial ecology, epidemiology, and integrated disease management strategies.
  • The graduate program in plant pathology educates students in the science of plant pathology and prepares them for successful careers.
  • Students develop the following skills required to meet diverse professional situations: excellence in research; breadth and depth in plant pathology; breadth in an allied field; strong critical and analytical thinking skills; and effective communication skills.
  • Students become sufficiently knowledgeable in all aspects of plant pathology to identify key research questions, recognize significant discoveries, and think analytically about interpretation of data.

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $25548 $25548
Books and Suppies $1150 $1150
personal $5824 $5824
Total Fees $32522 $32522

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
IELTS International English Language Testing System 7 9 3
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 92 120 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 317 340 2
PTE Pearson Test of English 54 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Candidates must have an equivalent bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B+ Grade].

English Language proficiency:

  • Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
  • Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
  • Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.

Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 292 score for a better chance of admission.