Plant Breeding and Plant Physiology
15.0 hp
2026-11-02 -
2027-01-17
Alnarp
Swedish
Application Code: SLU-20006
Course Code: BI1367
Entry Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to 60 credits in biology or horticultural science.
Course facts
BI1367, Plant Breeding and Plant Physiology, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus
Level
First cycle (G2F)
Main field of study
Biology, Horticultural Science
Grading Scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Course language
Swedish
Entry Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to 60 credits in biology or horticultural science.
Objectives
The course aims at providing knowledge about plant breeding including genetics and important physiological processes along with environmental factors involved. On completion of the course, students will be able to:
- explain briefly basic plant genetics
- describe briefly important traditional and modern breeding methods and their potential applications
- describe briefly important plant physiological processes at the molecular level
- explain effects of environmental factors on growth and development and plant responses to stress
- explain the principle of micropropagation and apply micropropagation in plant production.
- discuss ethical issues related to plant breeding
Content
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Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course
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Responsible Department/Equivalent
Department of Plant Breeding
Supplementary information
Included in program
- Syllabus for Horticultural Management – Gardening and Horticultural Production (BSc)
- Horticultural Management - Gardening and Horticultural Production, Bachelor's Programme
Module set
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Exam | 10.0 | 0001 |
| Genetics with exercises | 2.0 | 0002 |
| Laboratory sessions | 3.0 | 0003 |
The Course Replaces
BI1145, BI1343, BI1286, BI1189