Dr. Christian Willenborg

Professor

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Biography

Christian Willenborg is a Professor and Department Head in the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. He holds degrees from the University of Saskatchewan (B.Sc., MSc.) and the University of Manitoba (Ph.D.). His research focuses on the biology, ecology, and management of weeds within agroecosystems, with specific interests in weed ecology, population biology, conservation biological control, and seedbank ecology. Willenborg's work contributes to understanding the impacts of functional diversity on weed populations and ecosystems. He also engages in studies related to seed predation, plant interactions, and intraguild interactions with seed predators.

Research Interests

Awards

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Early Career Agronomist Award

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Dean’s Excellence in Teaching Award

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Dean’s New Researcher Award

Courses

Undergraduate PLSC 260 Principles of Plant Protection PLSC 340 Weed Biology and Ecology PLSC 345 Pesticides and Crop Protection Graduate PLSC 898 Advanced Weed Ecology

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.