Plant Biology for Sustainable Production
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| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2026-09-01 | - |
| 2027-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Program Overview
The Plant Biology for Sustainable Production master's program is a unique, internationally recognized program that provides students with essential knowledge about plant function, genetics, and interaction with the environment.
Program Information
- Program Name: Plant Biology for Sustainable Production
- Level: Master's level
- Language: English
- Duration: 2 years, 120 credits
- Start: Autumn semester 2025
- Application Deadline for International Students: [Not specified]
- Application Deadline for Swedish Students: [Not specified]
Specializations
The program offers three specializations:
- Plant Protection and Plant Breeding (Campus Alnarp)
- Abiotic and Biotic Interactions of Cultivated Plants (Campus Uppsala)
- Erasmus Mundus emPLANT+ (Campus Uppsala)
Admission Requirements
- Basic Eligibility: Bachelor's degree of at least 180 credits
- Specific Eligibility:
- 90 credits in Biology
- or 60 credits in Biology and 30 credits in Agricultural Science, Horticultural Science, Forestry, or Forest Science
- English Proficiency: Equivalent to English 6 from Swedish upper secondary school
Program Structure
The program starts with an introductory course providing foundational knowledge in plant biology and molecular genetics. The first year includes three additional courses focusing on sustainable plant production, followed by specialization courses and a master's thesis.
Courses
- Year 1:
- Introduction to Plant Biology for Sustainable Production (15 credits)
- Plant Growth and Development (15 credits)
- Plant Breeding and Protection (15 credits)
- Sustainable Plant Production from Molecular to Ecosystem Level (15 credits)
- Year 2 (Specialization Courses):
- For Plant Protection and Plant Breeding (Alnarp):
- Integrated Pest Management Strategies for Sustainable Cropping Systems (15 credits)
- Applied Plant Biotechnology (15 credits)
- Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources (15 credits)
- Chemical Ecology for Sustainable Insect Pest Control (15 credits)
- Research Practice (15 credits)
- Master's Thesis in Biology (30 or 60 credits)
- For Abiotic and Biotic Interactions of Cultivated Plants (Uppsala):
- Plant Pathology (15 credits)
- Genetic Diversity and Plant Breeding (15 credits)
- Plant-Microbe Interactions (15 credits)
- Research Practice (15 credits)
- Master's Thesis in Biology (30 or 60 credits)
- For Plant Protection and Plant Breeding (Alnarp):
Career Opportunities
Graduates can pursue careers in research, industry, or government agencies, focusing on sustainable solutions for the future. The program is research-oriented, preparing students for potential Ph.D. studies.
Degree
Upon completion, students are awarded a Master of Science degree with a major in Biology.
Additional Information
- The program is designed for both national and international students interested in deepening their knowledge in plant biology.
- It is possible to change specialization after the first year.
- There are opportunities for project-based deepening courses and master's projects at SLU in Umeĺ.