This degree explores, through investigation and experimentation, how plants grow, develop, reproduce, evolve, fight off pests and diseases, and interact with and respond to their environment. All the food we eat is ultimately derived from plants. As the human population grows and our climate becomes less predictable, we need to improve crop productivity. Scientists with a detailed knowledge of plant science are in high demand. At Nottingham we have an international reputation for the quality of our plant science research. This means that you will be taught by experts in different aspects of plant science, and that our curriculum is directly relevant to a future career in plant science, in industry or academia. The course covers many exciting aspects of modern plant science, including cell and molecular biology, genetic engineering, plant-pathogen interactions, environmental physiology, and ecology. The course also includes the application of plant science in the agricultural, horticultural, biotechnology and food industries. You will have a broad scientific background in many aspects of plant science and will be well placed to find rewarding jobs in the crop production, plant biotechnology and food industries, environmental management, publishing, commerce and teaching.