Plant Cell Physiology

Biology

Gain a comprehensive understanding of key cellular processes and systems that underpin plant functions in a changing environment.

NZ$1,704

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This course starts anytime

(20 Credits)


Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

Lincoln University, Lincoln

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Understand plant cell mechanisms

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of key plant cell mechanisms in the context of plant systems biology and environmental change.

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Research database skills

Carry out research within scientific databases.

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Literature review skills

Compile research into a professional literature review.

What You're Signing Up For

Plant Cell Physiology covers essential cellular processes and systems that are fundamental to plant function, especially in response to environmental change. The course emphasizes plant systems biology, environmental interactions, research skills, professional communication, and computational biology, preparing students for advanced research and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Course Content

  • Key plant cell mechanisms
  • Plant systems biology
  • Environmental change and plant responses
  • Research within scientific databases
  • Professional literature review compilation
  • Research synthesis and presentation
  • Expansion from plant cell physiology to biological systems and computational biology
  • Online collaboration techniques

What you need to know first

Minimum average grade of C- across specified prerequisite courses

Restriction: Plant Biochemistry, BICH-604

Restriction: Plant Biochemistry, BICH-604A

Restriction: Plant Biochemistry, BICH-604B

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Plant Science

  • Biological Sciences

  • Agriculture

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Plant science researcher

  • Plant physiologist

  • Biotechnology sector roles