Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (EUR-Organic)
An international Master's programme focused on sustainable, ecological, and ethical food production and supply chains.
Best for:Best for students with a Bachelor's degree in agricultural or natural sciences seeking an international career in organic food systems and sustainability.
Overview
The Organic Agriculture and Food Systems Master's programme at the University of Hohenheim provides a transdisciplinary education in sustainable, ecological, and ethical food production. Students can pursue a single degree in Hohenheim or a double degree through a collaborative network of esteemed European partner universities. The curriculum covers organic crop production, animal husbandry, food chains, consumer demands, and quality management. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in organic food companies, agricultural consulting, research, certification, and non-governmental organizations.
What you'll do
- Participate in problem-oriented, interdisciplinary project modules collecting data on farms or within companies
- Complete compulsory coursework covering fundamental aspects of organic agriculture and food chains
- Select elective and semi-elective modules to specialize in crop production, processing, or product quality
- Collaborate within international and intercultural student teams on practical agricultural assignments
- Conduct independent scientific research and write a Master's thesis
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, natural sciences, or a related programme (at least 180 ECTS credits)
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; B2 required, IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90
Instruction: English
- Interest in ecology, agricultural sciences, and sustainability
- Practical experience in nature, agriculture, or environmental fields
- System-oriented thinking and interdisciplinary working ability
- Ability and willingness to work in intercultural teams
- Successful completion of the pre-test on natural sciences knowledge
- Hold an above-average Bachelor's degree or demonstrate special suitability
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How to apply
Deadline: 1 June
Applicants must evaluate their scientific knowledge using the online self-assessment pre-test and upload the result. Applications must be submitted through the university's official application portal within the specified application periods depending on applicant citizenship.
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency
- Pre-test result from the online self-assessment
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