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Master's Degree Agriculture & Environment Full Time

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

at University of Helsinki · Helsinki, Finland

Duration

2 years

Intake

Autumn

Mode

Full Time

Tuition

EUR 30,000 total

About this program

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

Entry requirements

  • 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.

Career outcomes

  • researchers
  • engineers
  • experts
  • consultants
  • entrepreneurs
  • ministries
  • regulatory agencies
  • the EU
  • the FAO
  • universities
  • research institutes
  • companies
  • industry
  • universities of applied sciences
  • NGOs
  • development cooperation
  • media
  • public authorities
  • self-employment
  • start-ups

How this course compares

  • University of Helsinki is ranked #116 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #2 in Finland.
  • It lists 5 Agriculture & Environment courses in total, 5 of them at master's level.
  • 8 universities in Finland teach master's Agriculture & Environment; the best ranked of the others are listed below.
  • Most master's Agriculture & Environment courses in Finland take 2 years; this one does too.
  • University of Helsinki has 2 scholarships listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

Which other universities in Finland offer master's Agriculture & Environment?

Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT (QS #397), Tampere University, University of Eastern Finland, Aalto University (QS #114), University of Oulu (QS #342), Savonia University of Applied Sciences, Tampere University of Applied Sciences are among the 8 that do.

How long is the Master's Programme in Agricultural Sciences, Master of Science (Agriculture and Forestry), 2 years at University of Helsinki?

It takes 2 years, studied Full Time.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in Autumn.

Are there scholarships at University of Helsinki?

Yes — 2 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

Is University of Helsinki a good university for Agriculture & Environment?

University of Helsinki is ranked #116 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and #2 in Finland.

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