Intensive Study Programme on Hybrid Breeding
Only 10 more places available!
How to enrol
Contact applications.itc@ugent.be for enrolment information.
Learning outcomes
- have an insight into the main crop varieties that are commercialized as hybrids
- understand the scientific developments supplying new elements to create hybrids
- understand the legal restrictions regarding access to germplasm, biosafety and intellectual property rights
- link the theory with visits to practical breeding activities
- present a case study to an audience of international students and local plant breeders
For who?
The programme is designed for participants
- who are registered in a Master Programme in a field related to Plant Breeding
- who have followed at least a basic course of Plant Breeding before the start of the programme
- who are fluent in English (min. CEF level B2) .
Practical information
The Intensive Training Programme counts for 5 ECTS to add to your curriculum
Certification requirements:
- Attend all courses;
- Participate to the excursions;
- Prepare and present case study in a satisfying way;
- Pass a multiple choice examination
Language of instruction:
English
Location of the programme and registration:
Ghent University, Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, Coupure Links 653, Ghent, Belgium
Programme duration:
from 6 February 2017 till 17 February 2017
Registration deadline: 13 January 2017
Tuition fee:
€ 1,250
Detailed programme
More information can be found in the detailed programme flyer.