Plant Pathology M.S. (Ithaca)
Field of Study
Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology
Program Description
For a more complete description of the Field of Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology, please visit the website.
Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology are the study of plant diseases and the biology of plant-microbe interactions at the molecular to ecosystem levels of organization. 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.
In addition to Plant Pathology and Plant-Microbe Biology, Cornell University offers graduate programs that cover the full spectrum of plant sciences. Learn more about graduate studies in related fields of plant sciences.
Contact Information
Website: https://cals.cornell.edu/school-integrative-plant-science/degrees-programs/msphd-graduate-fields/msphd-field-plant-pathology-plant-microbe-biologyEmail: plpathology@cornell.edu
Phone: 607 255-3245
Concentrations by Subject
- fungal and oomycete biology
- plant pathology
- plant-microbe biology
Tuition
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Application Requirements and Deadlines
Application Deadlines:
Fall, Nov. 15
Requirements Summary:
- All Graduate School Requirements, including the English Language Proficiency Requirement for all applicants
- Three recommendations (must be on business letterhead and signed)
- Personal statement
- For complete details see the Application Details page
Learning Outcomes
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Communicate effectively to professional and lay audiences through writing, speaking and graphics.
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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 concentration and chosen minor subject areas.
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Demonstrate awareness of ethics and compliance responsibilities.
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Demonstrate teaching competence through TA, seminar, and speaking experiences.
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Conduct publishable research in their field and concentration of study.
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Demonstrate an ability to think critically and apply scientific method to develop testable hypotheses.