This paper examines recent developments in plant biotechnology that impact on global issues surrounding agriculture and the long-term health of our planet, including applications addressing human health and issues surrounding sustainability. This paper is taught by staff in the Biochemistry and Botany departments who are active in research related to plant biotechnology. The topics selected vary from year to year to reflect new developments in this discipline.
About this paper
| Paper title | Frontiers in Plant Biotechnology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Plant Biotechnology |
| EFTS | 0.1667 |
| Points | 20 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Full Year
(On campus)
1st Non standard period (14 July 2025 - 17 June 2026) (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,535.64 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PLBI 411
- Eligibility
- This paper is a requirement for Honours, Diploma and MSc students in the Plant Biotechnology programme. It is also of interest to students studying Biochemistry, Botany, Genetics and Molecular Biotechnology.
- Contact
- plant.biotechnology@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Professor Julian Eaton-Rye
- Textbooks
- Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Examples are drawn from current research literature. - Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the paper, students will be able to:
- Articulate a broad understanding of contemporary plant biotechnology and related scientific fields
- Appropriately communicate biochemical concepts to both specialist and general audiences
- Evaluate the philosophical and ethical aspects of their activities as a scientist
- Identify and critically evaluate relevant information
- Assessment details
Internal Assessments 50%.
Final examination 50%.