Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Media Production - Radio] From University of Bedfordshire

This course is for you if you want to go into a research career or study for a PhD in the field of molecular plant sciences.

You will have the opportunity to study molecular problems from epigenetics through to food crops. Themes include mechanisms of microbial pathogenicity and host plant defence in temperate and tropical species, cell and molecular biology of pollen-stigma recognition and signalling in flowering plants, plant hormone and G protein signalling pathways, genomics and gene networks, and molecular biology of stress responses in the important tropical crop cassava. YouÕll have access to facilities including a GM glasshouse and tissue culture for plant and mammalian cells.

The MRes provides a unique mix of taught components, extended laboratory projects, literature reviews and preparation of a grant proposal based on a research dissertation. YouÕll gain an insight into a range of research activities and techniques, gaining the transferable skills training needed for all early stage researchers. YouÕll also address the scientific, ethical and commercial context within which the research takes place.