M.Sc. in Agricultural Microbiology
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Fees 350,000.00 Rs
Department Department of Plant Sciences
Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with Microbiology/Botany/Plant Sciences/ Biotechnology/Plant Biotechnology or Agriculture as a subject or any other equivalent qualification acceptable to the Senate of the University of Colombo. The candidates will be selected based on academic merits, examination and/or an interview.
Delivery Mode In-person
Medium English
Duration 3 years
Study Mode Part Time
Objectives
The main objective is to disseminate new knowledge, technologies and advances in agricultural microbiology to current and prospective agriculturists. In addition the programme intends to:
- provide a sound background in microbial processes and their applications in agriculture.
- train in culturing and preservation of microorganisms
- simulate microbial processes in the laboratory
- train in laboratory management
- encourage and lay a framework to establish organic farming systems in Sri Lanka.
- train in applying proper scientific methods and hypothesis testing to design and execute experiments necessary for innovation and problem solving.
- produce experts capable of using novel technologies in current agricultural settings to overcome challenges and enhance productivity.
For whom
- Graduates who are expecting to pursue M. Phil/Ph.D. studies in a related field.
- Research officers/scientists, extension officers, and educators in public and private institutions who require advanced training in agricultural microbiology.
- Qualified entrepreneurs and enthusiast with an interest in the field of microbiology and agriculture.