Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years

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Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years

University of Helsinki
  • € 30,000
    1st year fees
  • CREDITS
  • Campus
    BASED
  • Masters
    DEGREE
  • Autumn
    DURATION

Introduction

Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years is a Masters program taught at University of Helsinki, Finland. Intake: Autumn. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

The Master’s Programme in Agricultural Sciences at the University of Helsinki covers plant production sciences, animal science, agrotechnology and environmental soil science. You study sustainable food production, land use, biodiversity, climate adaptation, automation, breeding, soil health, renewable energy and related research methods. The programme is based on active research and on shared themes such as bioeconomy, nutrient cycling, food systems and genomics.

The degree is 120 ECTS credits and is planned for two academic years. It includes 90 ECTS of advanced studies in one chosen track, including a 30 ECTS master’s thesis, and 30 ECTS of elective studies. The advanced studies are split into joint courses and track-specific courses. The thesis is written from research in a laboratory, greenhouse or experimental field, often in a research group or with a research institute or company.

The programme is designed for students interested in agriculture and in solutions for sustainable food production, land use and environmental biodiversity. It leads to the degree of Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry) and qualifies graduates to apply for doctoral studies.

Modules

  • Plant Production Sciences
  • Animal Science
  • Agrotechnology
  • Environmental Soil Science

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years at University of Helsinki for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

  • program specific academic requirment set by University of Helsinki.
  • English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Helsinki as pre-requiste for admission in Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

  • A completed or ongoing bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, life sciences, environmental sciences, natural sciences, or a related field.
  • At least 35 ECTS of studies applicable to the scientific field of the chosen track, appropriate in both content and level for master's studies.
  • At least 15 ECTS of research methodology studies; thesis work does not count towards this requirement.

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