IMPORTANT NOTE:There have been changes to this course for 2021. For 2020 enrolments please check the individual offering description below to confirm details for:
A career development course on the application of quantitative genetics and plant breeding. Topics include objective setting, plant genetic resources, base population development, quantitative genetic variation, selection efficiency, selection of multiple traits, GXE interactions, line development, backcross breeding, recurrent selection and variety development. Two block courses allow students to visit plant breeders, and encourage discussion and networking.
Note: You may enrol in a postgraduate course (that is a 700-, 800- or 900-level course) if you meet the prerequisites for that course and have been admitted to a qualification which lists the course in its schedule.
| Year | Semester | Mode | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 * | Semester One full semester | Block | Manawatu Campus |
| 2021 | Semester One full semester | Block | Manawatu Campus |
* Due to recent changes you should carefully check this offering to confirm details before you enrol.