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The Botany Department is one of the largest and strongest plant-focused departments in North America with roots extending back to the founding of UBC in 1915. Our departmental community of more than 260 consists of 40 full-time faculty members, several part-time faculty or associates, about 100 graduate students, numerous post-doctoral fellows and research associates, laboratory technicians, and a support staff of secretarial, equipment, herbarium, stores, workshop and greenhouse personnel. Our graduate students are expected to make influential contributions to scientific discovery and discourse, engage in formal and informal teaching and mentoring, and progress to careers in academia, industry, government and non-governmental organizations. The Botany Grad Student Association forms an active group, organizing talks, study sessions, field trips and a variety of social activities. Recent Botany graduates have gone on to prestigious postdoctoral and teaching/research positions in Canada, the USA and abroad (England, China, Taiwan, South Korea, Germany, France, Sweden).

For specific program requirements, please refer to the departmental program website

What makes the program unique?

The Botany Department offers unparalleled opportunities for research and teaching/learning with faculty members at the leading-edge of their disciplines. Specializations within Botany range from molecular genetics to climate change impacts on marine and terrestrial ecosystems. Collaborations between Botany faculty and other departments including Zoology, Chemistry, Forestry, Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences, and the Michael Smith Laboratories, bring a rich array of potential topic areas for research to Botany graduate students. State-of-the-art facilities for bio-imaging, as well as a world-class herbarium and access to living collections in the Canadian Centre for the Culture of Microorganisms, add to the overall uniqueness of the Botany program.

Besides the fact that UBC is located in one of the most beautiful places on Earth, I was extremely fortunate to find a lab here where my interests and my skills are an excellent fit.

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Quick Facts

Program enquiries, admission information & requirements, 1) check eligibility, minimum academic requirements.

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:

  • Canada or the United States
  • International countries other than the United States

Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements. Please review the program website carefully to understand the program requirements. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission as it is a competitive process.

English Language Test

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application. Tests must have been taken within the last 24 months at the time of submission of your application.

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language - internet-based

Overall score requirement : 92

IELTS: International English Language Testing System

Overall score requirement : 6.5

Other Test Scores

Some programs require additional test scores such as the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or the Graduate Management Test (GMAT). The requirements for this program are:

The GRE is not required.

2) Meet Deadlines

September 2024 intake, application open date, canadian applicants, international applicants, january 2025 intake, deadline explanations.

Deadline to submit online application. No changes can be made to the application after submission.

Deadline to upload scans of official transcripts through the applicant portal in support of a submitted application. Information for accessing the applicant portal will be provided after submitting an online application for admission.

Deadline for the referees identified in the application for admission to submit references. See Letters of Reference for more information.

3) Prepare Application

Transcripts.

All applicants have to submit transcripts from all past post-secondary study. Document submission requirements depend on whether your institution of study is within Canada or outside of Canada.

Letters of Reference

A minimum of three references are required for application to graduate programs at UBC. References should be requested from individuals who are prepared to provide a report on your academic ability and qualifications.

Statement of Interest

Many programs require a statement of interest , sometimes called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Supervision

Students in research-based programs usually require a faculty member to function as their thesis supervisor. Please follow the instructions provided by each program whether applicants should contact faculty members.

Instructions regarding thesis supervisor contact for Doctor of Philosophy in Botany (PhD)

Citizenship verification.

Permanent Residents of Canada must provide a clear photocopy of both sides of the Permanent Resident card.

4) Apply Online

All applicants must complete an online application form and pay the application fee to be considered for admission to UBC.

Tuition & Financial Support

Financial support.

Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options, including merit-based (i.e. based on your academic performance) and need-based (i.e. based on your financial situation) opportunities.

Program Funding Packages

All full-time students who begin a UBC-Vancouver PhD program in Botany starting September 2022 will be provided with a funding package of at least $29,093 for each of the first four years of their PhD. The funding package may consist of any combination of internal or external awards, teaching-related work, research assistantships, and graduate academic assistantships. In addition to this stipend, PhD students will receive a tuition waiver for the first 4 years of their studies. To be considered for the tuition waiver, tuition must not be funded from other sources. Please note that all financial support is subject to satisfactory performance and annual review.

For further information, visit:

https://botany.ubc.ca/graduates/financial-support-info   

Average Funding

  • 24 students received Teaching Assistantships. Average TA funding based on 24 students was $9,205.
  • 32 students received Research Assistantships. Average RA funding based on 32 students was $10,929.
  • 4 students received Academic Assistantships. Average AA funding based on 4 students was $1,084.
  • 38 students received internal awards. Average internal award funding based on 38 students was $13,083.
  • 9 students received external awards. Average external award funding based on 9 students was $16,743.

Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)

All applicants are encouraged to review the awards listing to identify potential opportunities to fund their graduate education. The database lists merit-based scholarships and awards and allows for filtering by various criteria, such as domestic vs. international or degree level.

Graduate Research Assistantships (GRA)

Many professors are able to provide Research Assistantships (GRA) from their research grants to support full-time graduate students studying under their supervision. The duties constitute part of the student's graduate degree requirements. A Graduate Research Assistantship is considered a form of fellowship for a period of graduate study and is therefore not covered by a collective agreement. Stipends vary widely, and are dependent on the field of study and the type of research grant from which the assistantship is being funded.

Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTA)

Graduate programs may have Teaching Assistantships available for registered full-time graduate students. Full teaching assistantships involve 12 hours work per week in preparation, lecturing, or laboratory instruction although many graduate programs offer partial TA appointments at less than 12 hours per week. Teaching assistantship rates are set by collective bargaining between the University and the Teaching Assistants' Union .

Graduate Academic Assistantships (GAA)

Academic Assistantships are employment opportunities to perform work that is relevant to the university or to an individual faculty member, but not to support the student’s graduate research and thesis. Wages are considered regular earnings and when paid monthly, include vacation pay.

Financial aid (need-based funding)

Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans .

All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.

Foreign government scholarships

Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.

Working while studying

The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.

International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 20 hours a week.

A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement .

Tax credits and RRSP withdrawals

Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.

Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.

Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.

Cost Calculator

Applicants have access to the cost calculator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.

Career Outcomes

65 students graduated between 2005 and 2013: 1 graduate is seeking employment; 1 is in a non-salaried situation; for 5 we have no data (based on research conducted between Feb-May 2016). For the remaining 58 graduates:

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Botany is the branch of biology that involves the study of the structure, evolution, properties and biochemical processes of all forms of plant life, including algae, fungi, ferns and trees. Also included within its scope are plant classification and the study of plant diseases, as well as the interactions of plants with people and the environment. A degree in Botany is well-suited to meet the challenges posed by biodiversity loss and impacts of climate change. Positions for people with botany backgrounds are usually in educational institutions, government and environmental organizations, and in the biotechnology industry including companies seeking new drugs and medicines, and useful genes for improvement of crop plants.

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Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats

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  • Adams, Keith (Molecular evolution, genome evolution, and gene expression)
  • Angert, Amy (Plant biology; Zoology; Biodiversity and Biocomplexity; biogeography; biological responses to climate change; Conservation Biology; Ecological and Ecophysiological Processes; evolutionary ecology; population biology)
  • Berbee, Mary (Plant biology; Mycology; Evolution and Phylogenesis; Microorganisms; Taxonomy and Systematics; fungi; molecular phylogenetics; mycology; systematics)
  • Bohlmann, Joerg (plant biochemistry, forestry genomics, forest health, conifers, poplar, bark beetle, mountain pine beetle, natural products, secondary metabolites, terpenes, floral scent, grapevine, Conifer genomics Forest health genomics Mountain pine beetle, fungus, pine interactions and genomics Chemical ecology of conifer, insect interactions)
  • Cronk, Quentin Charles (Comparative genomics, molecular developmental biology and evolutionary biology to study plant form)
  • Davies, Jonathan (Phylogenetics & Biodiversity. Development and application of phylogenetic methods in ecology and conservation biology)
  • Fast, Naomi (Genomics, single-celled organisms)
  • Gaynor, Kaitlyn (behavioral responses of animals to human presence; effects of anthropogenic disturbance on predator-prey and other species interactions; socio-ecological dynamics of conservation and coexistence)
  • Graham, Sean (Plant phylogenetics; Plant systematics; Plant evolution; Organelles; Phylogenomics; Land plants; Mycoheterotrophs)
  • Jetter, Reinhard (Analytical Chemistry; Plant Ecophysiology; Plant Biochemistry; Molecular Genetics; Biological Chemistry)
  • Keeling, Patrick John (Molecular evolution and cell biology of eukaryotes)
  • Leander, Brian (Plant biology; Zoology; Comparative organismal biology; Evolutionary morphology; Evolutionary protistology; Marine biodiversity; Marine invertebrate zoology; Phylogenetic biology; Species discovery)
  • Li, Xin (Molecules in plants, plants defence against pathogen infection, plant genes)
  • Maddison, Wayne (Arachnology, Biodiversity, Spiders, Phylogenetic Theory and Programming)
  • Mansfield, Shawn (plant metabolism, cellulose biosynthesis, lignin biosynthesis, wood formation, wood quality, cell wall biochemistry, tree biotechnology, transgenics, Tree biotechnology)
  • Martone, Patrick (Plant biology; Protist; Plants; Physiology; Taxonomy and Systematics; Ecology and Quality of the Environment; Evolution and Phylogenesis; Biomaterials; Solid Mechanics; Fluid mechanics; biomechanics; Ecology; evolution; Intertidal Zone; Macroalgae; Phycology)
  • Michaletz, Sean (Plant physiological ecology; Plant biology; Surface processes; Natural hazards; Ecophysiology; Ecosystem ecology; climate change; macroecology; Geophysics; Scaling; Fire)
  • Moore, Alex (Community ecology (except invasive species ecology); Plant-animal interactions; Global change biology; Ecological restoration (except bioremediation); Applied community and ecosystem ecology; impact of predator-prey interactions on the health and functioning of coastal wetland ecosystems; role of cultural values and knowledge in ecosystem restoration conservation; Global change impacts on coastal environments)
  • Parfrey, Laura (Microbial ecology, microbial diversity, microbiome, protists )
  • Rieseberg, Loren (Bioinformatics; Genomics; Plant biology; adaptation; crops; invasive plants; plant evolutionary biology; speciation; weeds)
  • Rosado Rey, Abel (Plasma membrane repair mechanisms in plants)
  • Samuels, Anne Lacey (Plant biology; plant cell biology; plant cell walls)
  • Song, Liang (Plant genomics; Environmental stresses; Seed development; Gene Expression)
  • Suttle, Curtis (Bioinformatics; Fisheries sciences; Immunology; Microbiology; Oceanography; Plant biology; Biological Oceanography; Environmental Virology; Marine Environment; Marine Microbiology; Microbial Diversity; Phage; Viral Discovery; Viruses)
  • Todesco, Marco (Plant biology; Quantitative genetics (including disease and trait mapping genetics); Biological adaptation; Developmental genetics (including sex determination); Genomics; Population, ecological and evolutionary genetics; Paleogenomics; Genetics engineering; Plant-animal interactions; Genetic and molecular basis of adaptation; Plant genomics; Chromosomal structural variation; Crop improvement and bioengineering; Wild sunflowers ecology and evolution; Cannabis diversity and domestication)

Doctoral Citations

Sample thesis submissions.

  • Genetic analysis of signaling pathways mediated by receptor like protein SNC2 and transcription factor SARD1 in Arabidopsis thaliana
  • Negative regulation of FMO1 expression in Arabidopsis thaliana
  • Regulation of salicylic acid signaling : transcriptional repression in Arabidopsis thaliana and perception in Physcomitrium patens
  • An examination of post-translational regulation of immunity utilising reverse genetic techniques
  • Spliceosomal evolution in the reduced genomes of microsporidia
  • The ecology of curvature in flowers and hummingbird bills
  • Characterization and functional analysis of two redundant MAPKKKs in plant immunity
  • Identification of core microbiome on macroalgal species, and microbial manipulation in commercial kelp culture
  • Experimental evolution of species ranges and coexistence using competing duckweed species
  • The effects of a FLOWERING LOCUS T polymorphism on phenology, reproductive isolation and hurricane survival in the silverleaf sunflower
  • Genetics and cell biology of Chlamydomonas zygote development
  • Dissecting signaling pathways mediated by plant TIR-type immune receptors
  • Climate variability and stress exposure alter evolutionary responses across populations of Mimulus cardinalis
  • Genetic dissection of Sclerotinia sclerotiorum biology using forward genetics
  • Regulation of the pattern-recognition receptor signaling in Arabidopsis : lessons from sobir7-1 and MC2

Related Programs

Same specialization.

  • Master of Science in Botany (MSc)

Further Information

Specialization.

Research in Botany extends from genomics, molecular genetics, biochemistry and physiology of plants and eukaryotic microorganisms (e.g., fungi and protists) through to cytology and development to systematics, ecology, and phytogeography. The broad areas of research possible within the program are cell biology and biochemistry; genomics and genetics, plant molecular biology; plant and algal physiology; terrestrial and marine ecology; biosystematics and evolution; development and ultrastructure; protistology; and mycology.

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PhD in Botany: Course Details, Eligibility, Admission, Fees

Roumik Roy

Updated on - Jan 4, 2023

PhD in Botany is a 3 years doctorate degree program that deals with botanical science such as studying the plants and how they survive and examining different living and nonliving components. Some of the job roles that might attract aspirants include Mycologist, Administrators, Ecologist, fruit growers, and Plant Biochemist.

PhD in Botany Course Details

About phd in botany.

PhD in Botany full form is Doctor of Philosophy in Botany. It is an advanced research course which focuses on the development of methods, techniques, schemes and theories in the field of botanical science. The subject matter is delved into research work to find, formulate and devise new ideas and theories in botany with an introduction to new methods and techniques along with renovation to the old methods. P.hD in Botany course is the study of science life and a branch of biology. A botanist, plant scientist, or phytologist is a scientist who specializes in this field. PhD in Botany duration is 3 years.

Table of Contents

  • PhD in Botany Eligibility Criteria
  • Who Should Do a PhD in Botany Course?

When To Do PhD in Botany Course?

  • PhD in Botany Admission Process
  • Types of PhD in Botany Courses
  • Popular PhD in Botany Entrance Exams

Top PhD in Botany Colleges in India

Study phd in botany abroad.

  • PhD in Botany Fees Structure
  • PhD in Botany Syllabus and Subjects

Why Choose PhD in Botany Course?

Phd in botany course comparison.

  • Scope of PhD in Botany for Higher Education
  • Preparation Tips for PhD in Botany Course

Salary of a PhD in Botany Graduate

  • Career Options after PhD in Botany
  • Skills to Excel

Eligibility Criteria for PhD in Botany

PhD in Botany eligibility is that aspirants need to complete their post-graduation degree. Students need to score a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate from a recognized university. Universities in India will conduct interviews to get admission to this program. Eligibility for a PhD in Botany is quite critical as students need to look into three aspects such as their post-graduation marks, entrance exam and interview. There is no age limit for this course.

Who Should Pursue a PhD in Botany Course?

Students who had a keen interest in research in botanical science should opt for this course. Students who had quality presentation and oral communication skills such as presenting research findings and making presentations in a clear, succinct way.

Usually, aspirants can pursue this course after completing their post-graduation degree with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate. Students need to give the entrance exams and also meet eligibility requirements.

How To Get Admission for PhD in Botany?

PhD in Botany admission is based on the post-graduation marks that students need to score well for admission. Students should carry all the documents including the results during the admission process. All the institutes will focus on the post-graduation results first after that they will look at the interview round for qualification criteria. PhD admission in Botany had a long format that students need to look at before applying for this doctorate course.

How to Apply?

Students can apply for this course in two ways: either they search for the university's official websites or they can visit the university campus office for the admission process. Students should carry their ID proofs during the time of admission.

Selection Process

Students need to focus on the post-graduation exam as well as the entrance exam as both the marks obtained from it are taken into consideration for the selection process. Deserving students are allocated seats. The admission process depends on the chosen institution, and students need to look into the procedure to receive the admit card.

Types of PhD in Botany Courses

PhD in Botany course is categorized into three types one is full-time part-time and distance mode. Given below are the types of PhD in Botany courses.

Full-Time P.h.D. in Botany

PhD in Botany is a 3 years doctorate degree program. In the full-time learning mode, students have to attend regular classroom-based learning. They also need to submit all the assignments and projects and they need to appear for their exams on their institute campus. 

Students can learn from their peers and also can solve issues with the faculties which is the best thing in this mode of learning.

Part-Time PhD in Botany

A part-time course is designed for professionals who do not have the time to dedicate to a full time course. Since it is a practical course, there is no Part-time option available.

Distance PhD in Botany

A distance learning course is designed for students who do not have time and proper financial background to pursue a full-time course. Since it is a practical course, there is no distance learning option available.

Popular Entrance Exams for PhD in Botany

Various institutes in India conduct PhD in Botany entrance exams for admission to the PhD in Botany course. Some help the aspirants get admission at the national level to universities, some at the state level, and selected institutes conduct some for PhD in Botany admissions. Aspirants may go for any of the three choices, depending on the level of difficulty and competition they are willing to face. Given below are the entrance exams:

A Quick Glance at the PhD in Botany Entrance Exams

Admission proceeds through both entrance exams and merits basis. Students preparing for the entrance exams can get to know the complete course structure and syllabus of the entrance exams and prepare accordingly.

  • The exam patterns consist of sections like verbal & reading comprehension, data interpretation & logical reasoning, and quantitative ability. The test includes language comprehension, mathematics, data analysis, critical reasoning, and the Indian and global environment.
  • The time duration of the entrance tests is usually 3 hours or 3 hours 30 minutes.
  • The exam will be offline, on OMR sheet-based paper, or online.
  • The syllabus, mode of examination, and question pattern may change according to a university.

PhD in Botany in India has the best infrastructure and top faculties. Students will get many options to choose from where to take admission. Given below are the top 10 colleges in India offering PhD in Botany courses:

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Top PhD in Botany Government Colleges

There are many government colleges offering PhD in Botany courses across the country. Check the table below for top government colleges in India:

Top PhD in Botany Private Colleges

India has the best private colleges offering PhD in Botany with top faculties and the best infrastructure. Given below are the top PhD in Botany private colleges;

PhD in Botany abroad is the best option for students with the best infrastructure and top faculties. Students will choose their college according to their specialization. They will get a lot of experience with the subject matter and the diverse culture.

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Top PhD in Botany Colleges in USA

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Top PhD in Botany Colleges in Canada

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Top PhD in Botany Colleges in Australia

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Fee Structure for PhD in Botany

PhD in Botany fees vary according to some factors such as location, faculty, demand, and structure available for the students. Bachelor in Fashion Technology duration is 4 years. The average course fee is around INR 2,000 - 8 LPA

Syllabus and Subjects for PhD in Botany

PhD in Botany course syllabus is divided into 2 semesters. The crux of the syllabus is maintained throughout colleges across the nation. Given below are some of the subjects that students need to go through while pursuing this course:

  • Research Proposal
  • Recent advances in Plant Physiology
  • Recent advances in Mycology and Plant Pathology
  • Taxonomy, Biodiversity & Conservation
  • Recent advances in Ecology

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Students can choose this program as it provides a large number of career options. They should know the key facts about these subjects. Some of the questions that come into students' minds are "What is PhD in Botany and Why PhD in Botany?" To short out these queries we can break this into three short questions.

What is PhD in Botany All About?

PhD in Botany is a full-time 3 years doctorate degree program that deals with botanical science such as studying the plants and how they survive and examining different living and nonliving components. PhD in Botany course details include that coursework primarily allows students to conduct independent research

What Does a PhD in Botany Graduate Do?

Students will have lots of career opportunities after completing their graduation degree in different roles which are dynamic and diverse.

Taxonomist: In this career, professionals need to research, and subdivide types of plants into classifications, subsequent to observing their species and grouping them based on similarities.

Reasons Why PhD in Botany Can Fetch You a Rewarding Career?

PhD in Botany is a very rewarding and demanding career where students will get various opportunities in top organizations in India and abroad. PhD in Botany courses help students to acquire multidisciplinary skills and knowledge which includes topics of mechanical engineering, computer technology, etc.

Diversity in Job roles: There is a diverse range of job roles available for the graduates of this course. Since the specializations available to the students are very flexible, it enables the students to pursue a wide range of roles in their careers.

Read More:  PhD in Botany Jobs and Scope

PhD in Botany course is a very unique course in terms of employment opportunities and also students will get to learn a lot of things from it. Given below are the comparison between the courses:

PhD in Botany vs PhD in Biology

Given below are the comparison between PhD in Botany and PhD in Biology:

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Preparation Tips for PhD in Botany Course

There are many tips that students must note when deciding to pursue a Diploma in Mechatronics degree. Some important preparation tips are listed below to ensure that the students crack the course and pass the exams without any hurdles. 

Improve Vocabulary: Students need to communicate efficiently such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing which will help them to prosper in every work they do. Steady progress will help them reach their desired goals in their career.

Read and Practice More: Students should do more research work to indulge in this course more deeply and they should try different experiments in botanical science.

Have Intrinsic Knowledge and Interest in Subjects: Having intrinsic knowledge about the subject and having the same interest will keep the student motivated to learn more than what's in the syllabus.

Think about your career in this field and how you can make it big and make sure you are prepared for any sort of challenges

PhD in Botany salary differs according to some factors such as locations, experience, industry, designation, etc. Students can increase their salary and experience by doing internships which will help them to get better opportunities. The average salary for a graduate is around INR 15 - 20 LPA (Source Payscale).

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Career Options After PhD in Botany Graduation

Students will get lots of job opportunities after completing their degree. The job opportunities will differ according to experience and specialization with a good salary. Listed below are some of the career options for students;

  • Administrator
  • Fruit Growers
  • Plant Biochemist

Skills That Make You The BestPhD in Botany Graduate

Students need to learn many soft skills to succeed in this field of study. The student will get the necessary skills from classroom settings. These skills are learned through experience. The student should push their limits and try to learn new things. Listed below are some of the skills that students should learn.

  • Quantitative Analysis Skills
  • Research Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • The Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Interpersonal Skills

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The Department of Botany consists of 22 faculty members with about 40 graduate students pursuing M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

Graduate students work with faculty and staff on a range of projects in plant biology at all levels of organization, from molecules, through cells and organs, to populations, communities, and lineages of organisms. Major research areas include molecular, cellular, and developmental biology; structural plant biology; ecology; evolution; and systematics. We also provide advanced instruction and opportunities for research in phycology, bryology, mycology, ethnobotany, paleoecology, conservation and restoration ecology, taxonomy, genetics, and physiology.

Increasingly, graduate student projects encompass two or more of these categories. Master's students may complete a non-thesis program in conservation or restoration ecology designed to prepare them for careers in environmental consulting, natural resource agencies, and nongovernmental organizations.

Students interested in fields bordering botany will find rich opportunities for course work, collaborative research, and seminars in many other departments and schools such as Agronomy, Bacteriology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Engineering, Entomology, Forest and Wildlife Ecology, Genetics, Geography, Geoscience, Horticulture, Physics, Plant Breeding/Plant Genetics, Plant Pathology, Soil Science, Zoology, and the Nelson Institute for Environmental Studies. Interdisciplinary work is encouraged.

Graduate study in the Department of Botany requires a combination of advanced course work, participation in seminars, and original research. Course requirements follow one of five pathways: general botany; ecology; evolution; molecular, cellular, and developmental biology; or the non-thesis master's degree in conservation and restoration ecology. The department encourages students to pursue independent research soon after arriving. In consultation with the faculty advisor, each student selects a pathway that includes courses and research topics related to his or her interests and training in the array of techniques and approaches needed to pursue research.

Please consult the table below for key information about this degree program’s admissions requirements. The program may have more detailed admissions requirements, which can be found below the table or on the program’s website.

Graduate admissions is a two-step process between academic programs and the Graduate School. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements of the Graduate School as well as the program(s). Once you have researched the graduate program(s) you are interested in, apply online .

The Department of Botany will consider applicants for graduate degrees who surpass the minimum admissions requirements of the Graduate School. Candidates for fall admission should submit their full applications to the department by December 1 to be considered for financial support. Applications may be reviewed until April 15. The general Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required, but if available, will be considered in the admissions process.  The GRE subject test in Biology or in Cell and Molecular Biology is not required but, if available, will be considered. Admission is based on the applicant's statement of purpose, undergraduate record,  letters of recommendation, experience in research, and the interests they share with one or more potential faculty advisors.

Graduate School Resources

Resources to help you afford graduate study might include assistantships, fellowships, traineeships, and financial aid.  Further funding information is available from the Graduate School. Be sure to check with your program for individual policies and restrictions related to funding.

Program Resources

Financial support is available to qualified graduate students in the form of teaching, research and project assistantships and fellowships . Typically, there are approximately 35 graduate students who hold assistantships or fellowships in the botany department. In addition, graduate students are eligible for a number of intradepartmental awards and grants .

Graduate students who have a teaching, research or project assistantships of at least a 33.3% appointment (approximately 13.3 hours per week) for a fall or spring term are eligible to receive remission of full tuition . Fellowships or traineeships that are payrolled through the university and that carry stipends equivalent to at least a 33.3% research assistantship also qualify for remission of nonresident tuition. Tuition remission is conditionally awarded at the start of the semester based on the expectation that actual earnings during the semester will be at least 33.3% of the full-time rate. All students pay segregated fees. The only exception is that fellowships paid through the Graduate School have segregated fees waived in addition to tuition. 

Assistantships and fellowships also provide eligibility for an excellent health insurance program , an extremely valuable benefit that provides single or family coverage that is more comprehensive than individuals can usually purchase on their own.

Teaching Assistantships

The most common source of support is a teaching assistantship. Historically, stipend rates for teaching and project assistants are governed by the Teaching Assistants' Association (TAA) bargaining unit.

To receive a teaching assistantship, candidates for admission must meet the following requirements:

  • evidence (usually from the undergraduate transcript) of an appropriate background in the relevant subject matter of the course(s) to which appointment is being considered; 
  • evidence (usually from letters of recommendation or verbal communication) of the candidate's potential as a teaching assistant;
  • an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale); and
  • for students whose native language is not English, evidence of competence in spoken English through the SPEAK test that is administered by the UW.  International applicants should note that a TA appointment is not normally possible during the first year of graduate study. 

Current students, who apply for their first teaching assistantship, are also subject to the above criteria, as well as their performance as a graduate student. Reappointment as a teaching assistant depends upon satisfactory progress as a graduate student, satisfactory performance as a teaching assistant, and completing the Equity/Diversity TA Training.

Teaching assistants may be eligible for University teaching awards , including the UW–Madison Early Excellence in Teaching Award, UW–Madison Exceptional Service Award, UW–Madison Innovation in Teaching Award, UW–Madison Capstone Ph.D. Teaching Award, and the College of Letters & Science Teaching Fellow. 

Research or Project Assistantships

Research and project assistantships are made possible by grants awarded to individual professors for particular research programs. Recipients are selected by the individual professor concerned. Availability of research and project assistantships varies.

Advanced Opportunity Fellowships

Advanced Opportunity Fellowships (AOF) are granted to the UW–Madison’s Graduate School by the State of Wisconsin and are combined with other graduate education funds to support the recruitment and retention of highly qualified underrepresented students in UW–Madison graduate programs.  Fellowships are competitive and merit based. AOF funding is intended to increase the racial and ethnic diversity of the graduate student population, as well as to support economically disadvantaged and first generation college students.  AOF fellowships are paid through the Graduate School by the College of Letters & Science's Community of Graduate Research Scholars (C-GRS) program.

External Fellowships

Fellowships from professional societies and outside agencies provide another important source of aid for which students may apply either before or after commencing graduate work at UW–Madison. If necessary, external fellowships can often be supplemented with university funds up to prevailing university fellowship rates.

All qualified students who are US citizens, nationals or permanent resident aliens of the US are urged to apply to the National Science Foundation for the pre-doctoral fellowship competition. Students apply directly to NSF; the closing date is usually in early November. Please check the NSF website for the application instructions and deadline.

Intradepartmental Fellowships and Awards

For more information on Intradepartmental Fellowships and Awards, please see the latest descriptions on the botany website.

Minimum Graduate School Requirements

Major requirements.

Review the Graduate School minimum academic progress and degree requirements , in addition to the program requirements listed below.

MODE OF INSTRUCTION

Mode of instruction definitions.

Accelerated: Accelerated programs are offered at a fast pace that condenses the time to completion. Students typically take enough credits aimed at completing the program in a year or two.

Evening/Weekend: ​Courses meet on the UW–Madison campus only in evenings and/or on weekends to accommodate typical business schedules.  Students have the advantages of face-to-face courses with the flexibility to keep work and other life commitments.

Face-to-Face: Courses typically meet during weekdays on the UW-Madison Campus.

Hybrid: These programs combine face-to-face and online learning formats.  Contact the program for more specific information.

Online: These programs are offered 100% online.  Some programs may require an on-campus orientation or residency experience, but the courses will be facilitated in an online format.

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS

Required courses.

A minimum of 51 credits in natural sciences (undergraduate and graduate program courses combined) is required. A minimum of 6 credits in graduate-level botany courses must be completed at UW–Madison. Seminars and research credits do not count toward the 6 credits in botany. Courses may be required to address deficiencies in the following: GENETICS 466 Principles of Genetics or equivalent; CHEM 103 General Chemistry I and  CHEM 104 General Chemistry II or equivalent; CHEM 341 Elementary Organic Chemistry or equivalent; a physics course including electricity and light; one semester of statistics; one semester of calculus. Contact the department for more information.

Ph.D. students complete a minimum of 32 credits while in residence at the UW prior to earning dissertator status. For students completing a Botany MS at UW-Madison, credits taken toward that program can be used to satisfy these requirements. These credits complete the following requirements:

  • Courses required for their selected pathway (see below)
  • Six (6) credits within the botany department (can also fulfill track requirements)
  • Two (2) seminar courses (at least one in BOTANY; see full list of seminars below)
  • Courses for the student’s minor field of study
  • Courses assigned by the Academic Advisory Committee and/or the student’s Ph.D. committee
  • Research credits (see full list of research courses below)

Each graduate student in botany selects one of the following pathways 1 :

General Botany Pathway 1

Ph.D. students must have one course from each of the following.

  • biochemistry, cell or molecular biology,
  • plant physiology or plant developmental biology,
  • cryptogamic botany,
  • plant anatomy or morphology,
  • ecology, and
  • evolution or systematics

1 These pathways are internal to the program and represent different curricular paths a student can follow to earn this degree. Pathway names do not appear in the Graduate School admissions application, and they will not appear on the transcript.

Ecology Pathway 1

Ph.D. students must have a minimum of five courses as follows:

  • at least three courses (minimum of 9 credits) in ecology,
  • one course in evolution, and
  • one course in any of the following: systematics; cryptogamic botany; biochemistry, cell or molecular biology; plant physiology or plant developmental biology; plant anatomy or morphology; or genetics

Evolution Pathway 1

Ph.D. students must have a minimum of five courses, at least one from each of the following:

  • systematics or cryptogamic botany,
  • population or quantitative genetics,
  • one course in any of the following: biochemistry, cell or molecular biology; plant physiology or plant developmental biology; or plant anatomy or morphology

Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology (MCDB) Pathway 1

Ph.D. and M.S. students must have a minimum of five courses, at least one from each of the following:

  • plant physiology,
  • plant developmental biology or genetics, and
  • one course in any of the following: ecology; systematics; evolution; or cryptogamic botany

1 These pathways are internal to the program and represent different curricular paths a student can follow to earn this degree. Pathway names do not appear in the Graduate School admissions application, and they will not appear on the transcript. 

Seminar Course Options

Research course options, graduate school policies.

The  Graduate School’s Academic Policies and Procedures  provide essential information regarding general university policies. Program authority to set degree policies beyond the minimum required by the Graduate School lies with the degree program faculty. Policies set by the academic degree program can be found below.

Major-Specific Policies

Prior coursework, graduate work from other institutions.

No credits from other institutions are allowed to count toward the minimum graduate degree credit requirement and the minimum graduate coursework requirement.

UW–Madison Undergraduate

No credits from a UW–Madison undergraduate degree are allowed to count toward the minimum graduate degree credit requirement and the minimum graduate coursework requirement.

UW–Madison University Special

No credits earned as a UW–Madison Special student are allowed to count toward the minimum graduate residence credit requirement, the minimum graduate degree credit requirement, or the minimum graduate coursework requirement.

This program follows the Graduate School's Probation policy.

ADVISOR / COMMITTEE

A major professor must be chosen as soon as possible after beginning graduate study and in all cases by the end of the first year. A vice major professor is required.

Students meet with an advisory committee before their first semester and with their thesis committee by the end of their first year to plan their coursework.

Students are required to conduct a yearly progress report meeting with their thesis committee after passing the preliminary examination.

CREDITS PER TERM ALLOWED

Time limits.

The doctoral degree is typically completed within five to six years.  This program follows the Graduate School's Time Limits policy.

Grievances and appeals

These resources may be helpful in addressing your concerns:

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  • Employee Assistance (for personal counseling and workplace consultation around communication and conflict involving graduate assistants and other employees, post-doctoral students, faculty and staff)
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  • Ombuds Office for Faculty and Staff (for employed graduate students and post-docs, as well as faculty and staff)
  • Title IX (for concerns about discrimination)

Students should contact the department chair or program director with questions about grievances. They may also contact the L&S Academic Divisional Associate Deans, the L&S Associate Dean for Teaching and Learning Administration, or the L&S Director of Human Resources.

Assistantships are only available for thesis M.S. and Ph.D. degrees.

Take advantage of the Graduate School's  professional development resources to build skills, thrive academically, and launch your career. 

  • Demonstrate a fundamental breadth of understanding of the basic properties of plant life from the subcellular to the ecosystem level of organization, and an ability to integrate acquired botanical expertise with knowledge of related disciplines including, but not limited to, mathematics, physical sciences, and other life sciences.
  • Apply all elements of the methodological or theoretical framework within a specialized botanical subdiscipline to skillfully develop and execute original research, thereby demonstrating intellectual and technical competency appropriate to that subdiscipline.
  • Achieve a professional level of proficiency communicating scientific research proposals and/or results in written format.
  • Develop skills in oral presentation of scientific research data to peers and general audiences.
  • Evaluate, critique, and apply critical thinking skills to the generation of hypotheses, analysis of data, and interpretation of scientific results in botany and related disciplines.
  • Value and promote professional ethics in the collection, analysis, storage, and presentation of scientific data.
  • Engage in critical and respectful debate, discussion, and exchange of scientific information among peers and audiences of diverse intellectual and personal backgrounds.
  • Appreciate the importance of professional service.

Faculty: Professors Ane, Baum, Cameron, Emshwiller, Gilroy, Givnish, Hotchkiss, Maeda, Otegui, Pringle, Spalding, Sytsma; Associate Professor McCulloh; Assistant Professor Keefover-Ring; Affiliate and Adjunct Faculty: Amasino, Damschen, Spooner, Wiedenhoft, P. Zedler

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Claremont Graduate University’s MS and PhD programs in Botany focus on systematics and evolution of higher plants. The programs are offered in conjunction with California Botanic Garden , one of the nation’s premier research-focused botanic gardens.

Claremont Graduate University’s PhD in Botany is a research-intensive program with a robust fieldwork component. Located in a unique 86-acre learning environment dedicated to conservation of the state’s flora, program highlights include a botanical library, fully equipped molecular and anatomy laboratories, comprehensive herbarium, scanning electron microscope, greenhouses, and growth chambers. You’ll find abundant opportunities for hands-on research at California Botanic Garden , working alongside collegial faculty-mentors dedicated to advancing knowledge in the field. A seminar series addressing topics of systematic and evolutionary botany is offered weekly during each semester and draws attendees not only from our student body, but also from the biology research community, faculty, and students at nearby colleges and universities.

Botany students may pursue concentrations in the following subdisciplines:

  • Comparative morphology
  • Molecular systematics
  • Monographic and revisionary studies
  • Phylogenetics
  • Plant anatomy
  • Plant geography
  • Population and conservation genetics
  • Reproductive biology

This program is STEM designated, allowing international students who hold F-1 visas to apply for OPT work authorizations for a total of 36 months (an initial 1-year period and a 24-month OPT STEM extension) of paid work experience in the U.S. after graduation.

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UNITS 72 units

*Program completion times may vary depending on course registration, units transferred, and time to complete other degree requirements.

TUITION Cost Per Unit: $2,020

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Studies quantification of shape and its statistical analysis, as applied to diversity of plant form.

Reviews current knowledge of relationships among vascular plants and the data that underpin that knowledge, including morphology, anatomy, embryology, and palynology.

Provides a platform to participate in a semester-long series of seminars presented by outstanding visiting researchers.

Review and discuss phylogenetics based on the current literature.

Introduces current methods utilized for systematics analysis.

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Spread across 86 acres in Claremont, California, the Garden displays about 2000 taxa of California plants and includes those native to the California Floristic Province as a whole. Nestled in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, the Garden offers beautiful mountain vistas.

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Family Acanthaceae; Role of hybridization in plant evolutionary history, phylogeny reconstruction, and plant reproductive biology; Tropical plants; Systematics

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Floristics in western North America; Plant conservation; Rarity and endemism in California; Systematics of Phrymaceae; Pollination biology

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Botany and plant pathology (ph.d., m.s., minor).

The  Department of Botany and Plant Pathology  offers graduate programs leading to M.S., and Ph.D. degrees that prepare students for a variety of future employment opportunities. Our graduates are employed in both the public and private sector by local, state, national or international employers.

Professional opportunities exist in numerous fields including:

  • plant disease research and management    
  • plant physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology
  • plant genetics
  • marine and aquatic botany
  • plant ecology
  • botanical taxonomy, structure, evolution, biogeography
  • plant product monitoring, program administration, sales

The Department of Botany and Plant Pathology, in the  College of Agricultural Sciences  at Oregon State University, provides a special environment in which to pursue undergraduate or graduate training in plant biology. We are one of a small number of universities that maintain and foster a formal link between plant pathology and botany. Our departmental structure facilitates interdisciplinary research and training opportunities and makes it possible for students to address fundamental questions in plant biology as well as applying this knowledge to practical problems related to natural or commercial plant resources.

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Admission into the graduate program in terms other than Fall is unusual. Please contact the BPP Chair of Graduate Studies before submitting such an application.

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English language requirements for international applicants to this program are the same as the standard Graduate School requirements .

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Application requirements, including required documents, letters, and forms, vary by program and may not be completely represented here. The processing of your application will not be completed until these requirements have been met. Please, before applying to this program, always contact the program office to confirm application requirements.

Application Process

Please review the graduate school application process and Apply Online .

Letters of reference should arrive by December 1.

Please be sure to read the full admissions process discussion at the departmental website. Discussion of potential faculty mentors for an applicant's thesis research project in the applicant's Statement is required. Although not required, submitting a CV or résumé with your application is highly encouraged.

Dates & Deadlines ?

Admissions deadline for all applicants.

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This program may serve as a primary, secondary, or third field of study in a MAIS degree .

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This program participates in the Accelerated Masters Platform (AMP)

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Phd in plant biology – areas of emphasis.

The Plant Biology Program offers a flexible program to accommodate a student’s academic interests and research needs. To this end a student can choose a PhD degree with one of three concentrations, which require a prescribed set of classes, or a degree in Plant Biology with no concentration and a self-selected curriculum. Incoming graduate students do three 7-week laboratory rotations to find a home laboratory and major professor.

All Plant Biology PhD students enroll in BPSC 200A-B (the Plant Biology Core classes focused on academic and professional development topics), one BPSC 240 seminar (2-unit in depth study of a topic in Plant Biology related to the degree concentration), and the BPSC 250 seminar each quarter in the program (student and invited speaker seminars).

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The Department offers graduate programs leading to the Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Botany and Plant Pathology, with opportunities for specialization in the following areas of concentration: Ecology, Genetics, Genomics and Computational Biology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Mycology, Plant Pathology, Plant Physiology, and Systematics.  Faculty members in the Department of Botany and Plant Pathology also serve as major professors in interdisciplinary graduate programs in  Molecular and Cellular Biology, and Environmental Sciences.

  • genomics and computational biology
  • molecular and cellular biology
  • plant pathology
  • plant physiology
  • systematics
  • applied systematics

1. Conduct research or produce some other form of creative work. 2. Demonstrate mastery of subject material. 3. Conduct scholarly or professional activities in an ethical manner. 4. Effectively communicate in their field of study. 5. Have teaching competence in the classroom.

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The Department of Biology offers graduate work in Botany leading to the degrees of Master of Science, Master of Science in Teaching, and Doctor of Philosophy.

The Department offers studies in the areas of biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, physiology, ecology, systematics, and evolution. Specific areas of specialization include anatomy/morphology with emphasis on extant and fossil vascular plants; ecology and environmental studies including ecosystem ecology, conservation biology and genetics, fire ecology, exotic invasive species, and tropical botany and ecology; cell biology with emphasis on the cytoskeleton and cell morphogenesis; physiology, biochemistry, and molecular biology with emphasis on photosynthesis, growth and development of angiosperms, protein phosphorylation and signal transduction, global analysis of spatial patterns of gene expression; plant secondary metabolism and proteomics; systematics with emphasis on DNA- and morphology-based phylogenetic analyses, phylogeographic studies, molecular evolution/development, and monographic and floristic studies. To be considered for admission to graduate studies, students should have:

  • The equivalent of an undergraduate degree in botany or biology with basic course work in their area of interest
  • Acceptable GRE scores (verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing)
  • Letters of recommendation
  • International students must submit an acceptable score on one of the following: TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language: computer=213, paper=550, web=80), IELTS (International English Language Testing System: 6), MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery: 77), or successful completion of the UF English Language Institute program. The program of graduate study for each student will be determined by a supervisory committee, and deficiencies in background coursework will be made up early in the graduate program. No more than 9 credits of BOT 6905 Individual Studies in Botany (1-3 cr.) may be used to satisfy the credit requirements for a master’s degree.

Degrees Offered with a Major in Botany

  • without a concentration
  • concentration in Tropical Conservation and Development
  • concentration in Wetland Sciences

Requirements for these degrees are given in the Graduate Degrees section of this catalog.

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Botany (phd).

SLO 1     Knowledge         Students will identify, define, and describe basic fundamentals of biology and a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of botany

SLO 2     Skills      Students will design a research project, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. They will be able to present the results of original research in oral and written form

SLO 3     Skills      Students design a research project, collect data, analyze and interpret the results. They will be able to present the results of original research in oral and written form

SLO 4     Professional Behavior    Students will practice ethical behaviors and professional conduct

SLO 5     Professional Behavior    Students will be able to interact and communicate with professionals at scientific conferences

Botany (MS)     

SLO 1     Knowledge         Students will identify, define, and describe the basic fundamentals of biology and botany

SLO 2     Skills      Students will design a research project, collect data, analyze and interpret the results and present this in written and oral form

SLO 3     Professional Behavior    Students will practice ethical behaviors and professional conduct

SLO 4     Professional Behavior    Students will interact and communicate with professionals at scientific conferences, and practice ethical behaviors and professional conduct

Botany (MST)    

SLO 1     Knowledge         Students will identify, define, and describe the basic fundamentals of botany and pedagogy.

SLO 2     Skills      Students will teach botany and biology classroom sessions

SLO 3     Professional Behavior    Students will interact and communicate with professionals at scientific conferences, and practice ethical behaviors and professional conduct

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For information, contact: Botany Program Graduate Advisor Department of Biology 212 Pearson Hall, 513-529-3100 www.miamioh.edu/cas/academics/departments/biology/

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The Department of Biology in Pearson Hall is well-equipped with research laboratories in plant anatomy and morphology, cell biology, plant ecology, plant evolutionary genetics, plant molecular biology, mycology, plant physiology, plant systematics, and bioinformatics. Special facilities include: Center for Advanced Microscopy and Imaging, Willard Sherman Turrell Herbarium, Center for Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics, plant growth chamber facility, and the Ecology Research Center (184 acres). Special departmental funds are available on a competitive basis to support student research projects.

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Admission is based on evaluations by departmental faculty, the Graduate School, and (where applicable) the International Programs Office. All application instructions can be accessed through the Miami University Graduate School website.  You should submit a departmental application, transcripts, Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores, three letters of recommendation, a copy of your resume/CV, and a statement that describes your training and experience and defines your area of research interest and long-range goals.

Combined Bachelor/Master's Program

The combined BA(BS)/MA program in Botany allows students to pursue a Masters of Arts degree in an accelerated manner while pursuing their bachelor’s degree.  It is designed for students who wish to acquire knowledge in plant sciences in order to prepare for a career in industry, governmental agencies, biological consulting, the non-profit sector, or related areas. Please contact the Botany Program Graduate Advisor for more information about the combined program.

Botany- Master of Arts

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  • general biology or botany
  • organic chemistry or biochemistry
  • genetics or evolution
  • Complete BIO 601  (Graduate Colloquium) during your first fall semester in residence.
  • one of BIO 650 , BIO 710 ,  BIO 720 , or equivalent;
  • three courses from the following:  BIO 502 , BIO 503 , BIO 525 , BIO 532 , BIO 566 , BIO 581 , BIO 582 , BIO 583 , BIO 605 , BIO 671 , BIO 672 ;
  • up to 12 hours of BIO 700 .
  • Complete an internship experience (or approved substitute), write a report in accordance with current Graduate School guidelines, and pass an oral defense of the internship report.

Botany- Master of Science

  • Complete BIO 689  and  BIO 601 during your first fall semester in residence.
  • one of BIO 650 , BIO 720 , or equivalent;
  • one botany graduate (500 or above) course of three credit hours or more (with a "B" or higher) from three of the four core areas in botany;
  • one additional pedagogical botany graduate course exclusive of BIO 601 , BIO 720 , and BIO 750 ;
  • completing six to 12 hours of BIO 700 .
  • Demonstrate adequate knowledge of botany and related areas by passing an oral comprehensive examination.
  • Pass an oral defense of the thesis.

In addition to the general requirements described above, M.S. students may be eligible for the certificate in Ecology by taking additional specific formal coursework. See the field of study listings in this Graduate Bulletin titled Ecology-Certificate for more details regarding requirements.

Botany- Doctor of Philosophy

(60 semester hours)

In addition to the general requirements specified by the Graduate School, you must meet minimum requirements for the master's degree or equivalent and fulfill the following requirements:

  • two of BIO 650 , BIO 720 , or equivalent;
  • one biology graduate (500 or above) course of three credit hours or more (with a "B" or higher) from each of the four core areas in biology;
  • two additional pedagogical biology graduate courses exclusive of BIO 601 , BIO 720 , and BIO 750 ;
  • 16 to 60 hours of BIO 850 .
  • Demonstrate adequate knowledge of botany and related areas by passing a written and oral comprehensive examination.
  • Pass an oral defense of the doctoral dissertation.

In addition to the general requirements described above, Ph.D. students may be eligible for the certificate in Ecology by taking additional specific formal coursework. See the field of study listings in this Graduate Bulletin titled Ecology-Certificate for more details regarding requirements.

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The USA is frequently mentioned as a top option for PhD programs. It is home to some of the most esteemed colleges and universities in the world, providing plenty of chances for your Ph.D. career, Pursuing PhD in the USA is also beneficial as the USA has a top-notch educational system, innovative experiential learning opportunities and ample resources. A PhD in botany in the USA is a STEM-classified, research-intensive program. The program includes environmental discussion and hands-on experience in research. Keep reading to find out more information about PhD in Botany in the USA. 

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The PhD in Botany is a three-year Botany doctorate degree. A subfield of biology called botany specialises in the study of plants and how they coexist with other living and nonliving elements of their environment. The flexibility of this course makes the job alternatives stand out. The following are some examples of jobs that might attract students: Mycologists, administrators, ecologists, fruit growers, plant biochemists, foresters, etc.

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the USA is considered the highest-awarded degree in many field for Studying Abroad . Mentioned below are some of the benefits of studying for a PhD in USA. 

  • J ob opportunities : As a PhD Botany student, you have the option to work in a range of sectors, including the pharmaceutical business. Additionally, you can work in the government as a technical or field assistant. Many PhDs passed out, students in botany become professors and even work as scientists for the governmen t.
  • Higher Salary: The average PhD salary in the USA is $102,407 per year or $49.23 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $81,864 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $140,000 per year.
  • Job Security: There is a high demand for botanists in the USA, so you will have good security after the completion of your PhD degree in botany.
  • Opportunities for Building Networks: The United States has a large community of botanists, and you have a good opportunity to build a network with great universities and research centres. 

There are several universities in the USA that provide quality education; here we have mentioned a few of the top institutions in the USA that provide a PhD in Botany.

There are some core subjects you can expect to cover when studying plant science, including

  • Biochemistry
  • Plant diversity
  • Molecular biology
  • Biodiversity
  • Genetics and evolution
  • Plant physiology
  • Plant pests and pathogens

The following abilities are needed to obtain a PhD in botany in USA:

  • Research Oriented
  • Quantitative 
  • Problem-Solving
  • Team Player 
  • Collaborative
  • Analysis & Problem-Solving.
  • Interpersonal and Leadership Skills.
  • Project Management & Organization.
  • Research & Information Management.
  • Self-Management & Work Habits.
  • Written and oral Communication.

Eligibility Requirements 

PhD program requirements depend on the specialisation of your field, but the general program requirements that are similar in most fields are as follows:

  • Candidates who want to be admitted to the PhD program must have a postgraduate degree in botany or related science with at least 55% marks from a recognised university.
  • You must have previous research knowledge in botany or a closely related discipline. This can be obtained through volunteer work, internships, or undergraduate research .
  • A research proposal is one of the most important elements of the PhD program that US universities offer. It is a demonstration of your expertise in the field of study you are applying for.

The score of English proficiency tests differs from university to university; here is the eligible score to get admitted into a decent university in the USA.

Application Process 

To make your admissions process quick and easy, follow the below-mentioned points. Here is the application process for a PhD in Botany in USA.

  • Selecting the subject for your research should be done with care. Additionally, knowing the subject in advance makes the registration process much simpler.
  • You should always look for colleges providing scholarships and teaching assistantships to aid with your fees as PhDs can be rather expensive. Before selecting an institution, take into account the surroundings, cost of living, and extracurricular possibilities.
  • Especially the bachelor’s or master’s degree, GRE (or GMAT), TOEFL (IELTS or another equivalent), LORs, academic records, and SOPs should be prepared before applying.
  • Finally, submit your online application, send the colleges and universities of your choice the necessary documentation, and then wait for a response.

Here is the checklist of important documents that you need to submit at the time of admission to the PhD in Botany programme.

  • Original Academic Transcripts 
  • Valid Passport 
  • Passport size Photograph
  • Address proof
  • Statement of Purpose 
  • Letter of Recommendation  
  • Application Form
  • English Proficiency Score Card 

Career Scope 

PhD holders in botany or plant biotechnology may work at academic institutes, teaching, or doing research jobs with non-profit organisations or a government organisation in the agriculture or biotechnology industries. 

There are many places for Botany graduates to land. Public Sector positions include the Indian Council of Agriculture of Research, you can work as a Technical Assistant or a Field Assistant in the Department of Science and Technology and Indian Agriculture Institute. For a successful Botanist, there are a lot of career opportunities such as Plant Breeder, Horticulturist, Biological Technician and many more. The average annual salary offered for these positions in the USA ranges between US$40,000- US$50,000. 

In the United States, botanists’ pay varies according to their level of education, experience, and particular job responsibilities. The average annual wage for a botanist in the US is $83,000, according to PayScale. On the other hand, incomes might vary from $41,000 to $198,000 annually.

Top Hiring Partners 

PhD holders in botany can find employment with a number of different hiring partners. A few excellent American businesses are listed below:

After completing your PhD in Botany, you can explore various employment areas and kick-start your career.

  • Biotechnology Firms
  • Land Management Agencies
  • Plant Resource laboratories
  • Seed and Nursery Companies
  • Oil Industry
  • Forest Services
  • Educational institutions
  • Plant Health Inspection Services
  • Chemical Industry
  • National Parks
  • Food Companies
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  • Top Universities in USA for Higher Education 
  • USA Education System: All you need to know  

Ans: Here is the list of some top universities that offer PhD Botany Degrees in the USA  University of California, Riverside. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. University of Hawaii – Manoa The University of Wyoming. University of Florida. Oregon State University – INTO USA. Claremont Graduate University (CGU University of Wisconsin – Madison.

Ans. Here is the list of the best subjects for PhD in Botany:  Plant Pathology. Allelopathy. Plant Biotechnology. Environmental Botany. Cytogenetics and Plant Breeding. Advanced Plant Physiology. Taxonomy.

Ans. We are all aware that a PhD earned in India is accepted as acceptable around the world.

We hope this article has helped you understand the program of PhD in Botany in USA. So, if you are a graduate in science or agriculture and interested in learning more about plants in detail, then the PhD in botany is the perfect course for you. Reach out to a Leverage Edu expert to learn more about the course.

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Short summary of the research area: Plants are the ultimate solar-powered biological systems selected by evolution. Botany and Plant Science conduct fundamental and applied research on plants at all levels, including ecosystems, communities, species, individuals, tissues, cells and molecules (e.g., genetics, biochemistry). We investigate many types of plants including algae (e.g., seaweeds, diatoms), mosses, ferns, gymnosperms and flowering (seed) plants, including wild plants, model genetic organisms (e.g., Arabidopsis) and cultivated plants (e.g., crops, forestry).  Plant research is the key biosciences topic for future sustainable development, particularly in developing countries.

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Structured PhD, full-time. Applications are made online via the University of Galway  Postgraduate Applications System . 

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To be eligible to enter on a programme of study and research for the degree of PhD you must have reached a high honours standard at the examination for the primary degree or presented such evidence as will satisfy the Head of School and the College of your fitness.

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Paleoenvironmental Research : paleobotany; long-term environmental change (e.g., 15,000 years); climate change and human impact. 

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Plant and Algal Glycoscience : plant cell wall composition, evolution and functional analysis; cell wall component roles in growth, development and defense against pathogens; manipulation for crop protection and novel uses.

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The Department of Botany trains Graduate students in integrative research, with a curriculum that exposes students to the major sub-disciplines of botany, and a program that allows enough flexibility to develop interdisciplinary work.

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The Department of Biology offers the Master of Arts (MA) degree, which is designed as a technical professional path for individuals pursuing industrial or research support as career objectives. A combined Bachelors-Masters (MS and MA) program in Botany is available for qualified undergraduate students. Interested students may also combine their Botany degree with a Graduate Certificate in either Ecology or Conservation Biology.

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Guidelines for PhD study in botany

• Doctoral study is primarily an independent study of the candidate under the guidance of a supervisor, in which the primary role is played by the one's own research culminating in a doctoral thesis and its presentation to the scientific community.

• The study includes participation in specialised lectures and presentations at seminars.

• Part of the full-time form of study is participation in scientific events at the department (seminars, post-seminars, defences, etc.).

• The Doctoral Board assesses the course of doctoral studies at least once a year.

• The supervisor is usually an employee of the Faculty of Science of the Charles University or the Botanical Institute of the CAS. If the supervisor is not an employee of either of these institutions, the PhD student must also have a consultant, either from the Faculty of Science or the Botanical Institute.

Requirements in the admission procedure

• The prerequisites for study, for independent scientific work and the level of professional knowledge are demonstrated by an oral interview with members of the admissions committee.

• The admissions committee is usually 3-5 members; all members of the PhD. Study board may participate in the admissions examination.

• Other admission requirements and further conditions of the admission procedure are set annually by the Dean of the Faculty and can be found on the web page of the doctoral studies at the Faculty of Science.

• For the admission exam, the applicant submits to the committee a proposal of the topic and content of the thesis in written and electronic form and a potential supervisor. The proposal for the topic and content of the thesis shall address the scientific merit of the topic, its feasibility, funding opportunities, and connections to existing teams in the field; typically 1-3 pages of text. (The proposal may be structured according to the Doctoral Thesis Plan Outline.)

• For the entrance exam, they will prepare a presentation of this topic of the thesis lasting about 10 minutes. In addition to the candidate's professional skills, the admissions committee evaluates this presentation, the scientific interest and relevance of the topic, and the clarity of the presentation.

• During the admission exam, the participation of a potential supervisor is possible, whose interest and opinion is an important guide in the decision of the admission committee. If the supervisor is not an employee of the Faculty of Science or the Institute of Botany, the participation of a consultant is also appropriate. The participation of the potential supervisor and the consultant in the admission exam is the responsibility of the applicant.

• The reason for the low score of the applicant in the admission procedure is mainly:

• the applicant has not demonstrated the necessary prerequisites for study and independent scientific work

• the applicant has not submitted a proposal for the topic and content of the thesis and a potential supervisor.

• the applicant has not convinced the admissions committee that the proposed topic is sufficiently relevant and that it can be used as the basis for a defensible doctoral thesis

Doctoral student's study plan

• The study plan is drawn up by the doctoral student together with the supervisor and, if necessary, with the head of the department where the dissertation will be carried out. The doctoral student's study plan shall be submitted to the Doctoral Board via SIS by the deadline. It is reviewed and approved by the Board according to the timetable set by the Dean.

• This plan includes:

• Planned course of research activities including study visits and internships and recommended literature. This should be prepared in accordance with the Principles for the Doctoral Thesis Plan.

• The names of the specialised lectures/courses that the PhD student will attend and the deadlines for their completion set so that the majority of them are completed during the first half of the study (in the first 3 semesters). The Board may require the supplementation of the draft study plan with additional specialised lectures or courses so that the level of knowledge at the end of the study corresponds to the required standard of the Faculty of Science of Charles University. It is desirable that the chosen courses are related to the topic of the dissertation. Courses organised for PhD students (not Master's lectures) should be included in priority.

• Participation in the departmental seminar and post-seminar of the relevant department throughout the study period is a mandatory part of the study plan.

• state doctoral examination in the (3rd-)4th semester of study.

• The student may build on his/her previous qualifying work in the doctoral thesis, but there must be a significant qualitative shift in the exploration of the topic. The results of previous qualifying work may become part of the publications in the doctoral thesis, but only as an additional element. Publications resulting solely or mainly from data submitted in the master degree thesis may not be part of the doctoral dissertation.

• The curriculum may be amended and refined with the approval of the Board.

• Changes to the topic of the doctoral thesis are subject to approval by the Board. The proposal to change the topic must include a statement from the supervisor. In this case, the Board will consider whether a new curriculum will be required.

Requirements for PhD students during their studies

• Dissertation work. This is evaluated by the supervisor and the supervisor's evaluation is part of the doctoral student's report submitted once a year to the Board.

• By the end of the second semester of study at the latest, the doctoral student must present his/her topic at a departmental seminar where a public discussion of the topic of the doctoral thesis will take place. This presentation typically takes the form of a poster.

• Defense of the thesis report for the first year of study before a committee appointed by the Board. Successful defence of the topic and the first year's thesis is a prerequisite for continuation of studies.

• Passing the examinations prescribed by the study plan.

• The state doctoral examination, usually in the (3rd-)4th semester of study.

• No later than the end of the sixth semester of study, the doctoral student will present the results of his/her project and the outlook for the rest of the doctoral studies at a seminar of the department. Prior to this presentation, the doctoral student will present the tangible outputs of his/her project (articles, manuscripts, posters, etc.) to the Board.

• By the end of the third year at the latest, the PhD student will have spent at least one month in a research internship. A scientific internship is a study or work placement at a scientific workplace with a topic close to the topic of the doctoral thesis, usually abroad. It must not be a stay at the supervisor's workplace.

• Beyond this obligation, the Board recommends that each student spend a minimum of three months at such a workplace (again, preferably abroad). 

• It is highly advisable that the PhD student (i) submits a first-authored article to the review process by the end of the second year of his/her studies, (ii) submits a second article (which does not have to be first-authored) to the review process by the end of the third year of his/her studies, and (iii) submits a rough draft of the introduction of his/her PhD thesis to the Board by the mid-term of the fourth year of studies.

• Presentation of the results of the PhD project to the professional public. The Board recommends that during the first three years of study (4 years for the combined form of study) the PhD student present his/her results at least once (in the form of a poster or lecture) at a renowned international conference (usually foreign) and publish in reputable professional journals during the same period.

• Students are expected to actively participate in the scientific activities of the department, especially in regular departmental seminars and in doctoral seminars and post-seminars.

• The date of the doctoral examination and the seminar presentation are usually postponed by one year for students of the combined form of study (doctoral examination in the 5th-6th semester, seminar presentation after the 7th semester).

• Teaching activities at the department are not part of the doctoral student's study obligations. However, it is desirable that doctoral students participate in teaching activities to a reasonable extent during their studies.

• Changes to the duties outlined herein may only be made with the approval of the Board.

Evaluation of PhD students during their studies

• The Branch Council evaluates the students' activities regularly, at least once a year. In doing so, it evaluates whether the student is fulfilling all points of his/her study plan.

• The student's success during his/her studies is evaluated primarily by his/her professional publications related to the topic of the doctoral thesis and by presentations of the results of his/her work to the scientific community. Successful students are expected to be able to conduct independent research and communicate scientifically in English, including publications in international journals.

• The doctoral student prepares the evaluation documents in the form of an annual activity report. The report with the supervisor's opinion is submitted to the Board by the deadline set by the Dean (usually at the end of September) via SIS. The obligation to submit the report applies to all doctoral students, both presessional and combined, throughout the duration of their studies. If a doctoral student fails to submit the report by the deadline, the student is deemed not to have fulfilled the obligations of the study plan. In this case, the Board will propose termination of the study.

• The doctoral student's performances at seminars (especially presentations of the doctoral topic in the first year of study and performances in the third year of study) and other activities at the workplace also serve to evaluate the doctoral student.

• At the end of the first year, a committee appointed by the departmental board evaluates the doctoral student's progress report for the first year of study. On the basis of this committee's assessment, the subject board will make a statement as to whether the student has fulfilled the requirements of the first year of study.

• For the continuous evaluation of a doctoral student's studies, the Board appoints a three-member committee that is permanent throughout the entire period of study. One of its members is the student's supervisor. This committee proposes the approval of the study plan at the beginning of the study, evaluates the doctoral student's performance in the first year, carries out an attendance evaluation after the first year of study, evaluation after subsequent years, forms part of the examination committee for the state doctoral examination, evaluates the rough draft of the introduction of the thesis in the fourth year and acts as part of the reading committee for the doctoral thesis.

• The results of the evaluation of doctoral students' studies are used by the Board in its other activities, in particular to influence the course of the doctoral student's studies.

State Doctoral Examination

• The State Doctoral Examination must be taken according to the specifications given in the study plan, usually in the (3rd-)4th semester for the regular form of study. The application for the State Doctoral Examination shall be submitted by the student in writing to the Department of Doctoral Studies.

• The examination is held before an examination committee, and is adapted to the specific topic of the student. The PhD examination demonstrates (i) a general overview of the entire discipline of botany (to be listed as the subject Botany in the application form) and (ii) detailed knowledge in the field of the PhD thesis (to be listed in the application form as "Topics of the PhD thesis", or directly list the short title).

• In addition to these two core subjects, the applicant specifies in the application form another field of interest, usually from the following list: Algology, Mycology, Lichenology, Bryology, Phytopathology, Algal Ecology, Fungal Ecology, Lichen and bryophyte ecology, Systematics and evolution of higher plants, Biosystematics, Reproductive biology, Molecular markers, Numerical methods in taxonomy, Vegetation of Central Europe, Plant ecology, Biomes of the earth, Community ecology, Paleoecology, Population biology of plants, Phytogeography.

• The application for the doctoral examination must be accompanied by a report on up-to-date work on the doctoral thesis, which must include a clarification of the objectives of the thesis, a statement on the current progress towards their solution, planned changes in the solution, etc. (in an expected length of approx. 10 pages). This report may include already published or forthcoming articles to which the initial analytical part will refer. This paper must be submitted to the chair of the committee at least 14 days before the actual examination.

• The examination proper typically begins by a very short (less than 3 mins) outline of the student's Ph.D. project, highlighting main ideas, hypotheses to be tested, and approaches taken to test these hypotheses. In the first part of the examination, the committee primarily discusses the submitted report; the second part of the examination they will typically ask broader questions to permit the candidate to show his/her familiarity with the discipline.

• If a student fails the examination, the examination board will usually recommend areas of study and literature to be addressed. The student takes the same subjects in the re-examination as in the original examination. A new version of the report must also be submitted. It is necessary to apply for the re-examination within one year of the failed attempt. Otherwise, the student cannot be evaluated in category A (fulfilling the study plan).

Form of dissertation

• The form of the dissertation is regulated by the Rules for the Organisation of Studies of the Faculty of Science of the Charles University ("Pravidla pro organizaci studia").

• The expected form of the dissertation is a collection of at least three thematically related texts written in English in the format of scientific articles and accompanied by a broader unifying introduction to the subject. As a rule, at least two of these articles are first-authored. At least one of these articles must have been published or accepted for publication in an internationally recognised scientific journal (this normally means a journal with an impact factor as defined by ISI; journals with an IF in the lower quarter of the relevant ISI-defined category are only appropriate in well-justified cases). Acceptance for publication must be credibly documented. All articles must be related to the dissertation topic. The introduction must be a substantial part of the thesis (the length of an average article) and must thoroughly introduce the framework and context of the topic, the aims of the thesis and place the individual articles in their overall context. The thesis must also include a broader summary of the significance of the results of each article to the discipline, either as the final part of the introduction or in a separate conclusion. All of the above sections (introduction, published/accepted articles, unpublished texts in article format, conclusion) must be part of the actual dissertation text (not an appendix). In justified cases, the dissertation may take the form of a complete scientific monograph, which must be first-authored and accepted for publication.

• All parts of the dissertation must be formatted in the same way. The use of PDF files with journal copyright is not allowed for published or accepted articles.

• If the dissertation includes publications in which other authors have contributed, the thesis must be accompanied by a statement from the supervisor (or the corresponding author of each publication) specifying the student's contribution to the results. The student's contribution to the collective work included in the dissertation must be substantial, both in the collection and processing of data and in the interpretation and preparation of the manuscript.

• a separately published thesis summary ("autoreferat") is not required.

• The defended theses are published on the university server. When submitting a thesis for defence, it is advisable to request an extension of the deadline for publication of the full thesis in cooperation with the supervisor.

Defence of the dissertation

• The entire process between the submission of the thesis and the actual defence is managed by the chair of the defence committee, who is appointed by the dean together with the entire committee on the proposal of the Board.

• After the submission of the thesis, the chair of the defense committee will submit the thesis to a three-member group ("reading committee") to review the thesis. If it finds that the thesis does not meet the requirements or contains serious deficiencies, it will return the thesis for revision. In doing so, it shall indicate the modifications to the thesis which are necessary for it to be accepted for defence. With the agreement of the Chair of the Board, the thesis may be submitted to the reading committee before the actual formal submission. 

• The thesis is reviewed by two referees, at least one of whom is from abroad (usually an expert in the applicant's narrower field). The referees are proposed by the chair of the committee, usually in consultation with the supervisor and the candidate, and approved by the defence committee.

• The defence is conducted in English and is open to the public. At the defence, the candidate presents the thesis in a 25-30 minute presentation. In the subsequent part, the candidate answers questions from the referees (not all of which have to be in the referee's report; referees are encouraged not to include part of their questions in the report) and questions from the audience.

• The outcome of the defence is decided by a vote of the defence committee.

• For exceptional work, the committee may propose a "cum laude" evaluation. Theses that have been defended no later than the fifth year of study and are based on at least three good articles published (or accepted for publication) in good journals may be proposed for this evaluation. Good journals are generally defined as journals with an IF in the first quartile of the relevant category.

Completion of studies

• The maximum duration of study in a doctoral programme is set by the relevant regulations.

• The date of the proper completion of the doctoral studies is the date on which the dissertation is defended. It follows from the provisions of the Study and Examination Regulations that both the state doctoral examination and the dissertation must be passed within a given number of years of enrolment (i.e. it is not sufficient to submit the dissertation).

• Failure to meet this requirement will result in termination of studies for failure to meet the requirements of the program of study. The OR requires that the dissertation be submitted for defence at least eighteen weeks before the maximum period of study expires.

• If a doctoral student decides to abandon his/her studies for any reason, he/she must notify the PhD Studies Department of the Faculty of Arts of Charles University in writing (to be addressed to the relevant Vice-Dean with a copy to the Departmental Board).

These rules come into force on 1.5.2022

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PhD Botany Admission: Qualifications, Test, Curriculum, Timeline, & Jobs

PhD Botany Admission: Qualifications, Test, Curriculum, Timeline, & Jobs

Botany Ph.D. Admission 2023: A doctoral programme at the top level in the science stream is the Ph.D. in Botany. The goal of this PhD programme in plant biology is to impart advanced knowledge and research skills. A challenging curriculum is provided by this programme for future plant scientists and botanists. Students will have access to cutting-edge research opportunities and contemporary resources. Below is a succinct and correct admission to this PhD programme.

The Ph.D. Botany programme requires a master’s degree in botany or a closely related discipline as eligibility requirements. Strong academic credentials and knowledge in conducting pertinent botanical research are highly desired. Some institutions could have a 45% to 60% minimum mark requirement for master’s degrees.

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Options for the Ph.D. programme in botany in terms of specialisation and specialisation options are commonly available to fit different areas of study interest. Some popular specialisations include plant physiology, ecology, taxonomy, genetics, breeding, plant pathology, and plant biotechnology.

Admissions procedures for the Ph.D. in botany may differ depending on the institution. But everyone is going to go as follows.

To apply for a Ph.D. The application form is a crucial component of the admissions process for programmes in botany. It provides crucial information about the applicant’s academic background. Each institution has a different application cost that must be included with the application form. The filled-out form is often mailed or electronically submitted prior to the deadline.

Botany doctoral admission Entrance Exams: For admission to Ph.D. botany programmes, a number of Indian institutions hold entrance exams. The IISc JAM, TIFR GS, JNU CEEB, GATE, and CSIR-UGC NET are some of the most well-known admission exams.

Interviews: The goal of the interview for Ph.D. Botany admissions is to assess the candidate’s potential as a future researcher and ability to make a significant contribution to botany.

Merit-Based Hiring Merit-based selection for Ph.D. Botany courses ensures that candidates with exceptional academic records and potential are picked, promoting quality and encouraging innovation in botany.

Typical Fees: The cost of a PhD in botany ranges from INR 20,650 to INR 8 Lac.

PhD Botany receives an average salary of 1.5 to 6 lac rupees (LPA) annually.

Highlights of PhD Botany Admission

Admission to phd in botany 2023.

Ph.D. or Doctor of Philosophy. Admissions for botany will shortly start at several universities in India. The study of plants is called botany. In order to learn about the different types, anatomy, and other aspects of plants, the candidate for this degree experiments and conducts study on them. After obtaining this degree, the student becomes a doctor of plants.

Students who are interested in this Ph.D. programme must have earned an MPhil or an equivalent degree from a university recognised by the UGC with at least a 50% grade point average. Written entrance exams and interviews conducted by state-level or institute-level universities serve as the basis for PhD admissions.

Fee Structure for PhD Admissions in Botany

The PhD in Botany programme has a minimum course fee of INR 20,650 and a maximum course price of INR 8 lakhs. Depending on demand from the university, it might be altered.

Qualifications For Botany PhD Programmes

Both individuals with a Bachelor’s degree and those with a Master’s degree in botany or a related discipline are eligible for this programme. To be eligible for admission, applicants must receive a minimum overall mark of 50%.

Admission Tests for PhDs in Botany

Numerous universities in India start the Ph.D. Botany Admission process with various research national-level exams. The following common entrance exams have been administered for Ph.D. Botany admissions.

CSIR NET, UGC NET, DBT, and AIIMS Ph.D. Entrance Exam GATE Ph.D. Entrance IIT Guwahati Ph.D. Entrance Test: The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati administers this national-level entrance exam to select applicants for admission to the Ph.D. programme.

JNU Ph.D. Entrance: This is the national-level CBT exam that JNU administers to admit students to the Ph.D. programme, which includes the Ph.D. in Botany. The final merit list for the JNU Ph.D. is based on the entrance exam score, which accounts for 70% of the weight, and the viva voce, which accounts for 30%.

Botany Ph.D. Salary Available

These postgraduates are eligible for salaries ranging from 1.5 to 6 lakh Indian rupees per year. The specialisation that a student chooses to pursue after earning a PhD in Botany will determine their pay. The salary is influenced by a number of variables, including experience, industry, roles, and location. After gaining valuable experience, students may be promoted to a higher position and given a rise of 20% to 40%.

Goals of a Ph.D. in Botany

A botany Ph.D. holder can develop a successful career in a variety of sectors, including soil and plant science, biophysics and biochemistry, biological technology, environmental science, mycology, plant breeding, and horticulture. A botanist studies and takes care of living plants, fossils, and their interactions with the environment. The discipline includes specialisations in plant taxonomy, physiology, and anatomy.

Botany Ph.D. syllabus

Different courses, entire time.

PhD Botany is a full-time programme focused on research.

Botany PhD programmes are not offered in part-time or online formats.

Botany PhD FAQs

Can i pursue a phd in botany.

Yes, you can enrol in a PhD study with a focus on botany. Many state and central universities in India grant admission to PhD programmes in this field of study.

How can I meet the requirements for a PhD in Botany?

Students with PG degrees are eligible to apply for this PhD in Botany programme. In addition, students must show up for the entrance interview.

What does the future hold for students pursuing a PhD in botany?

Students have a wide range of job opportunities, including private and public sector businesses involved in environmental protection, pharmaceuticals, genetics research, agriculture or forestry, biotechnology, and the food industry.

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