Master of Philosophy [M.Phil]/Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] [Agriculture] From Newcastle University

• A n MPhil is available in all subject areas. You receive research training and undertake original research leading to the completion of a 40,000 - 50,000 word thesis.
• A PhD is a doctorate or doctoral award. It involves original research that should make a significant contribution to the knowledge of a specific subject. To complete the PhD you will produce a substantial piece of work (80,000 – 100,000 words) in the form of a supervised thesis. A PhD usually takes three years full time.
• They offer a number of different routes to an MPhil or PhD in Agriculture. This includes full-time and part-time supervised research projects.
• Off-campus (split) research is also offered. This enables you to conduct trials in conditions appropriate to your research programme.
• Depending on your modules, you'll be assessed through a combination of:
  • Thesis
  • Viva
• Their multi-purpose farms are viable farming businesses. We use them as demonstration facilities for teaching purposes. They also provide land-based research facilities, especially in the area of organic production.
• Their modern laboratories provide important teaching and research environments. They're equipped with analytical equipment

They provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.