Learning objectives and process
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Study objectives and content in the master's program in organic agriculture
In accordance with the two pillars of European agricultural policy (agricultural production and rural development), the Master's program deepens the scientific examination of ecological agriculture and sustainable regional development, their backgrounds, potentials and possibilities for optimization. The acquisition of interdisciplinary competences, scientific methods and findings and the ability to critically classify, evaluate and deepen knowledge are the main focus.
In addition to more methodologically oriented modules, students can choose their own individual study profile more in the field of organic agriculture or sustainable regional development from a wide range of courses in the fields of soil, crop production, livestock, economics, social, environmental and food sciences. The focus is on the temperate climate zones, whereby individual modules of the English-language Master's programs offered at the department can also be selected or semesters abroad at partner universities can be integrated.
These areas of knowledge are interlinked by interdisciplinary project work and the master's thesis.
Study structure and credits (ECTS)
The program lasts four semesters and has a modular structure according to the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS).
| Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
(of which 1 to 4 modules methods) | 72 |
| Studium fundamentale | 6 |
| Interdisciplinary project(s) | 12 |
| Master thesis (20 weeks) | 30 |
| 120 |
Modern forms of study
Research-based learning through exercises and project work in the laboratory and greenhouse or on experimental and practical farms as well as active participation of students in the seminars and current research projects through scientific contributions are the focus of teaching.
Qualification
Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
With the Master of Science degree, graduates have access to a wide range of professions that require a university degree (including research and consulting organizations, administration, associations, nature conservation, processing and marketing of agricultural products, international governmental and non-governmental organizations). Furthermore, the degree entitles the holder to a doctorate.
Duration of study
24 months
Tuition
None. Only a contribution to administrative costs.
Enrollment
Study requirements are a bachelor's (or diploma) degree from an agricultural or subject-related course of study at a university with a grade of at least 2.5. Subject-related are e.g. landscape management, horticulture, forestry. Students from subject-related courses of study should, if possible, present two months of agricultural practice at the beginning of their studies and contact the examination board about a possible qualification course. The study program can be started in the winter semester as well as in the summer semester. There are no admission restrictions.
- Enrollment for the winter semester: July and August
- Enrollment for the summer semester: February