MResPlant Pathology at Harper Adams University

About

Harper Adams University has the best and most consistent long-term graduate employment performance in specialist agri-food higher educationHarper Adams is the UKs only provider of a postgraduate course in plant pathology. There is currently a shortage of expertise in this important topic, which is a key element in the effort to ensure global food security and mitigating the effects of climate change. By successfully completing this course you will develop a range of abilities that will prepare for an interesting and fulfilling career in an area with considerable opportunities.

Having completed the taught part of MSc you will be able to identify pathogens using both traditional methods and molecular techniques. The course will focus on producing integrated management solutions that meet the requirements of sustainable crop production. Students also learn how to disseminate issues and ideas relating to plant disease control to a range of audiences using various methods of communication.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You must be a Registered Veterinary Nurse. Typically, applicants with a registerable qualification from a Further Education background will enrol on the Graduate Certificate. Typically, applicants with a Higher Education (degree) background will enrol on the Postgraduate Certificate. The most appropriate qualification for individual applicants will be considered depending on their individual profile. You will also need time, energy and commitment.

English Program Requirements

If you need a visa for undergraduate or postgraduate study, you must show evidence that your English Language skills are at B2 level on the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference).

This can be demonstrated by obtaining any of the following qualifications for direct entry on to undergraduate, postgraduate or research qualifications:

Career

Students holding an MSc in Plant Pathology can find employment in a variety of organisations including agricultural, horticultural and forestry research institutions, universities, commercial organisations within the agrochemical sector, and advisory and consultancy roles in the private sector. Some graduates will go on to do postgraduate research.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 15,120

How to Apply

Applying for university as an international student is similar to the process that UK students follow, but there are a few extra steps.

These include:

taking an English language test.
applying for a visa.
attending a pre-sessional course.

To understand the general steps for applying to study one of our courses, take a look at the How to apply pages.

Before you apply

To study on a course at Harper Adams, you will need to meet the entry requirements listed on the course page. You will also need to meet our English language requirements and you may need to take an English language test.

Like UK students, if you are applying for one of our undergraduate courses, you will need to apply through the UCAS website. If you are applying for a postgraduate degree course, you can complete an application form.

After you apply

We will look at your application and decide if you meet the entry requirements. We may ask to interview you. We will keep you updated about the status of your application by email or post.

If we accept your application, we will send you either an unconditional or conditional offer. Unconditional offers mean you have been accepted to study on a course without any other requirements. A conditional offer means you will have to give us some additional information or prove a qualification.

Before you arrive

Depending on where you are coming from, you will need to apply for a visa before you arrive in the UK. Take a look at the visa pages to find out more.

As part of the visa application process, you may need to submit a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number or a similar letter that says you've been accepted to study here.

Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number

If you meet all of the conditions of your offer by the deadline printed on your offer letter, we will give you a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number. You will need your CAS number to apply for your visa.

Your CAS number is unique to you and your place at Harper Adams. It can not be transferred to any other university. If you decide to withdraw your application, you must let us know so we can cancel your CAS number.

Short-term study visa letters

If you are applying for a course that requires a short-term study visa, and you have met any offer conditions we have set, we will give you a letter that confirms we have accepted you. You will need to submit this with your visa application. You may also need to show it when you enter the UK.

Applying for accommodation

You will need to apply for accommodation before you arrive in the UK. We will send you details of how to do this along with your offer letter. You will need to tell the university in advance if you are bringing family to live with you.

When you arrive

We will let you know the date that you need to arrive by in your offer letter. You will need to make arrangements to travel to the UK and get to Harper Adams by this date.

When you first arrive in the UK, you will need to go through immigration controls. To help you get through immigration as quickly and easily as possible, you should:

not arrive before the start date of your visa.
make sure you have filled in a landing card (if required) and included details of a UK contact - this can be the university's address or the address of a landlord.
have your passport, CAS or offer letter, details of where you will stay and proof that you have enough money to study here ready to show immigration officers.
make sure you know the conditions of your visa, when it expires, and the number of hours you are allowed to work.
declare any sums of cash over €10,000 (or equivalent in your currency).

To avoid any issues at immigration, you should not:

bring food or drink (such as meat, dairy products, fish, eggs, honey, fruit, vegetables or plants) with you.
bring counterfeit goods, firearms, weapons or indecent/obscene material with you.

More information on travelling through the UK border visit the Gov.uk Guide to faster travel through the UK border webpage.

After you arrive

On your first day at Harper Adams, you will need to bring your passport and visa (as well as any certificates or documents we have requested) so we can make a copy for our reference.

Advice and guidance

We are here to help at every stage of the application process - from when you decide on a course, all the way to your first day at Harper Adams and during your time at the university. Take a look at the Contact Us page to find out who to contact about any questions you may have.

MResPlant Pathology

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