Cell Biology and Plant Improvement
Degree Cycles
Licence • Master
Study Duration
3 to 5 years
ECTS Credits
180 to 300 ECTS (B1 to M2)
Affiliated Mention
SV
Track Key Facts
BCAP
3 to 5 years (6 to 10 semesters)
Faculté des Sciences
Université de Fianarantsoa • Campus Andrainjato
Towards Master & Ph.D
This track seamlessly prepares for specialized Master degrees and partner Doctoral Schools.
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This track trains specialists able to mobilize knowledge in cell and molecular biology, genetics, physiology, and plant biotechnology to understand, valorize, and improve plant resources.
Learning Objectives & Core Skills
- Build on Bachelor’s-level training to deepen knowledge in plant biology and genetics;
- Study plant diversity and functioning;
- Analyze traits of agronomic interest and apply modern plant-breeding approaches;
- Develop skills addressing sustainable agriculture and plant adaptation to environmental constraints;
- Prepare for research, plant biotechnology, plant breeding, agriculture, and PhD studies.
Curriculum & Course Structure
- Plant molecular genetics and plant development
- Metabolic engineering of plant biomolecules
- Plant-microorganism interactions
- Comparative genomics and plant epigenetics
- Tools and integrated approaches for plant breeding
- Plant disease management and biological control
- Natural resource valorization
- Research internship and thesis
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