Plant and Soil Science, BSc University of Aberdeen

Program Description

Are you interested in the complexity, fragility and potential of plants and soil? Together, plants and soil provide an essential resource for all terrestrial life. This is the only degree programme in the UK that focuses on this important and fascinating world. Doing a Plant and Soil Science degree at the University of Aberdeen will provide you with both core and advanced understanding of this exciting subject area. The knowledge and skills that you gain could open up a world of career opportunities for you, for instance in playing a vital role in informing the debate on climate change and global food security. The Plant and Soil Science degree provides many opportunities: Fundamental understanding of biology, how organisms work Specialist training in plant science, soil science and its applications Examining the interactions and interface Multi-disciplinary working Role of plants in the ecosystem Applications of plant biology Manipulating plant genomes relates to tolerance and pollutants Studying soils across agricultural systems

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