Overview
The PhD in Crop Science course at University of Padua is still based on the three former courses, with a general coordination and common teaching, mainly related to basic subjects in the first year of activity.
In the second and third year, the teaching consists of courses and seminars specific to each of the three main sections named above.
The PhD course in Crop Science offers a comprehensive education in crop genetics, agronomy and crop production, plant protection and microbiological aspects related to crop production.
The course offers very good working conditions in a challenging environment for talented researchers in the best academic research institution in Italy. Students choose their field of interest under the supervision of one or more professors.
Content and opportunities
Courses are designed to provide advanced tools on applied biostatistic, risk and security in the research activities, scientific communication, literature research and data resources.
Strong cooperation between Italian and European organizations of producers, private companies, and public institutions allow combined research activities, seminars and periods of internship. Internships abroad are highly recommended.
The post-graduate course in Crop Science offers one of the best PhD degree courses in Italy. The University of Padova is, in fact, ranked first in Italy for the research quality in agriculture and animal rearing.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Applied Statistics with applications in R
- Advanced Statistics with R: Experimental design in lab and field
- Advanced Statistics with R: Mixed models
- Scientific Writing in English
- Ethics in scientific research
- Scientific production evaluation: criteria and metrics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Disciplines
Horticulture and Crop ScienceWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
Anyone in possession of the following, regardless of nationality, may apply to take part in the selection process:
- diploma di laurea (pre-reform regime);
- laurea specialistica/magistrale (post-reform regime);
- Second-level academic qualifications awarded by AFAM (Higher Education in Art and Music) institutions.
Tuition Fee
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International
2900 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2900 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
2900 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2900 EUR per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Padua
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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