Overview

In addition to Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology, Cornell University offers graduate programs that cover the full spectrum of plant sciences. The Plant Pathology program is offered by Cornell University.

Learning Outcomes

Communicate effectively to professional and lay audiences through writing, speaking and graphics.

Demonstrate a broad knowledge of core concepts in Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology taught in required courses and knowledge of their specialized area of study as defined by the requirements and expectations of each PPPMB program concentration and chosen minor subject areas.

Demonstrate awareness of ethics and compliance responsibilities.

Demonstrate teaching competence through TA, seminar and speaking experiences.

Conduct original and publishable research in their field and concentration of study.

Demonstrate an ability to think critically, apply scientific method, and manage resources allowing development of an independent research program

Show evidence of development as a professional in the discipline.

Programme Structure

The Field of Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology at Cornell offers graduate degree programs in plant pathology and the biology, genetics and evolution of fungi and oomycetes.

To reflect the diversity of academic interests and activities, the Field is organized into three program areas:

Plant Pathology (including the concentrations Ecological and Environmental Plant Pathology and Plant Disease Epidemiology)

Plant-Microbe Biology

Fungal and Oomycete Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Fall deadline - Nov. 15

Language

English

IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Recommendations

A statement of purpose

Transcripts

English language proficiency

Tuition Fee

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International

20800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20800 USD per year during 48 months.
National

20800 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20800 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Ithaca

1128 - 2460 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.