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Find out more about Kew's MSc course, PhD opportunities, training courses and internships.
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MSc in Plant and Fungal Taxonomy, Diversity and Conservation
This exciting Masters course teaches vital plant and fungal identification skills in the context of evolutionary biology and conservation theory and practice. It includes a field course in Madagascar and a six-month research project.
PhD opportunities
Over 50 PhD students carry out doctoral training and research at Kew, with access to our world-class scientific collections, facilities and expertise.
Scholarships
The Emily Holmes Memorial Scholarships offer funding for postgraduate students to work on projects that will benefit Kew.
Internships
We offer a range of internships across our science departments, providing practical work experience and training to undergraduates and recent graduates.
Short courses
Find out more about the short courses provided by Kew's Science Directorate which are open to a variety of audiences.
Kew Science news
17th August 2018
Kew’s Deputy Director of Science honoured
Monique Simmonds, Kew’s first female Deputy Director of Science has been recognised with two fantastic accolades this month.
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9th August 2018
MP Zac Goldsmith visits Kew
Zac Goldsmith visited to learn more about Kew’s policy work.
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Kew Science blog
7th August 2018
Celebrating 25 years of Smith College Kew interns
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Smith College Kew Internship Program which was first initiated by a visit to Kew by Smith College alumna Paula Deitz in 1993. Kew’s Mike Fay shares how the Program has inspired some fantastic careers and achievements.
1st August 2018
Rescued from danger and flown to safety: Journey from field to Kew’s frozen vault
Kew scientists discover a critically endangered new plant species and secure its survival by conserving seeds at Kew’s Millennium Seed Bank.
Kew Science on Twitter
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