MSc Integrated Pest Management at Harper Adams University

Develop the expertise to design and deliver sustainable pest and disease control in real agricultural systems. The MSc Integrated Pest Management (IPM) at Harper Adams University prepares you for careers in crop protection, consultancy, research and policy, combining applied science, field-based learning and industry insight to reduce pesticide reliance and support resilient, biodiversity-positive food production.

Department: Agriculture  |  Duration: 1 year (full time); 2-3 years (part time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newport, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Pest Biology, Crop Management Principles, Biological Control, Skills in Applied Ecology, Plant Protection Products, Crop Management Practices, Experimental Design and Analysis (Ento/IPM), Optional Module (PG). Optional modules include Regenerative Approaches for Contemporary Farming Systems, Forest and Woodland Management.

Career pathways

Graduates of the MSc Entomology and IPM are well prepared for roles across a wide range of sectors, including: Crop protection and agronomy Biological control and agroecology Environmental and agricultural consultancy Research institutes and R&D organisations Government agencies and regulatory bodies Policy and advisory roles Previous graduates have progressed into organisations such as ADAS, commercial biological control companies, the agrochemical industry, horticulture, and research institutes including Rothamsted Research, Forest Research and FERA.

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