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    Plant Breeding (online)

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    Wageningen, NLMScOnline3 years
    €46,640.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    120
    Credits

    Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University is a 120-credit, 3-year, online MSc program based in Wageningen, NL. Tuition is €46,640.

    About the program

    The program covers crop improvement from genomics to population-level strategies, including plant physiology, bio-interactions, genetics, bioinformatics, and molecular techniques for marker-assisted selection. It includes two years of part-time courses followed by internship and thesis.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026
    September 2026
    Jun 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT overall score 90, with a minimum sub-score of 22 for speaking
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic Test overall score 6.5, with a minimum subscore of 6.0 for speaking

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year (Netherlands)

    €13,800.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University is €46,640 across 120 required credits.
    Is Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University online or in-person?
    Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University take to complete?
    Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University is structured around 3 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 70% of the maximum score
    What work-permit options follow Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University?
    Post-completion work rights for Plant Breeding (online) at Wageningen University: 1 year Orientation Year (Netherlands)