Apply now: Master of Science in Plant Genetic Resources Conservation and Management

Brief Description of the Specialization

The MSPGR programs educates and mentors the current and future germplasm curators/custodians and staff in PGRCM in the region. The program prepares the students for successful careers through the existing curriculum offered at UPLB. It offers new concepts and applications of emerging technologies for use in all aspects of PGRCM. As well, it exposes students to the issues and policies surrounding PGR at the local, national and international levels. The needs of institutional and community genebanks are integrated into the curriculum providing the students with skills in both systems.

Opportunities

The graduate program in Plant Genetic Resources Conservation and Management aims to equip the student with:

• A comprehensive understanding of the PGR concepts, principles and strategies for formal and informal PGR conservation, development and management.

• Capacity to manage genebanks, living botanical collections, natural reserves and in situ conservation areas.

• Broad knowledge and understanding of policy issues relating to PGR conservation and use.

Scholarships:

DOST-SEI ASTHRDP-NSC

DOST-PCAARRD GREAT

CHED SIKAP

ADB-JAPAN SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

GMAP

UP PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Know more: https://www.uplbgraduateschool.org/academic-programs/plant-genetic-resources-conservation-and-management-pgrcm/

How to apply (UPLB graduate school): https://gs.uplb.edu.ph/admission/how-to-apply/

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