Agricultural Biology (Master’s)
Agriculture & Nature - Combine knowledge from two disciplines!
Agricultural Biology (Master’s)
Agriculture & Nature - Combine knowledge from two disciplines!
Practical research work in direct contact with the lecturers characterizes the Agricultural Biology program at the University of Hohenheim and ideally prepares you for a career in research, industry, and agriculture.
At Hohenheim you determine the structure of your studies yourself. You can study agricultural biology in its full breadth or specialize in one area.
- Specialization areas with related modules: Plants, soil and atmosphere, animals and environment, food and nutrition
- Reasons to Choose Hohenheim
| Degree Master of Science |
4 semesters 120 credits |
Language German/English |
University places 40 |
Location Stuttgart |
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Bitte beachten Sie, dass zum Oktober 2017 Studiengebühren für Studierende aus Nicht-EU-Ländern eingeführt wurden.
Study plan:
Each semester 30 credits are planned.
| 1st semester, | 2nd semester, | 3rd semester, | 4th semester, |
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| Compulsory modules and/or semi-elective modules, depending on the specialization or non-specialist focus | Compulsory modules and/or semi-elective modules, depending on the specialization or non-specialist focus | In each of the four subject areas or non-specialist areas, 30 credits can be freely selected, so that the 3rd semester is also suitable for a semester abroad. | Master’s Thesis |
The first semester includes compulsory modules and basic modules, each of which is worth 6 ECTS. These modules provide a sound basic knowledge of biology and agricultural science, supplemented by a module on methods of project planning, data collection, and data evaluation. This will prepare you for the specialization area in the second and third semesters, depending on your previous knowledge.
In the second semester , you will acquire in-depth knowledge in subject-specific and interdisciplinary modules in fields of your choice. The modules of the semi-elective area each comprise 7.5 ECTS and take place in blocks. They are research-based, with an emphasis on knowledge transfer, experimental analytical methods, and data analysis. Here you have the possibility to deepen your knowledge in one of three areas: Plants and their interaction with soil and atmosphere, animals and their environment, or food and nutrition.
The third semester can be freely designed to a large extent. It can be used as a mobility window for stays abroad. During an internship, contacts can be made with potential employers. Research internships at the University of Hohenheim, another German university, or a research institution are another option. Alternatively, modules from the extensive range of electives can be taken. These can be modules from the chosen specializations or those that teach interdisciplinary professional skills.
In the fourth semester , you will complete your Master's thesis. You will use what you have learned to work independently on a scientific question. In doing so, you will demonstrate your ability to think analytically, to work in a solution-oriented manner, and to reflect critically on results.
- Management of interdisciplinary working groups in the field of laboratory analysis, consulting, or quality management in natural and agricultural sciences.
- Research and development in industry, e.g. in the fields of agribusiness, food, biotechnology, etc.
- Research and development of plant and animal welfare, trait development, breeding, feed production, crop production, and animal husbandry
- Creation of start-ups in the field of agricultural sciences / bioeconomy
- Public research institutes at the federal and state levels
- Environmental and nature protection, regional planning
- Public service
- Business consulting firms
Award-winning teaching, good career prospects, and the most beautiful campus in the state are only three of the many good reasons to study in Hohenheim.
Here we have collected several reasons why other students have decided to study at the University of Hohenheim.
We welcome you spending some time abroad during your studies. To make this step easier for you, the University of Hohenheim is a member of the Europe-wide university network ELLS. In addition to stays abroad at partner universities, it offers intensive programs, summer schools, or a "marketplace for Master's theses". Of course, you can also simply extend your study period and use this time for a stay abroad as well.
Forschung
Der Studiengang Agrarbiologie ist eng mit aktuellen Forschungsprojekten an den biologischen und agrarwissenschaftlichen Instituten verzahnt. Im Studiengang werden integrative und holistische Methoden zur Analyse und Bewertung der biologischen Grundlagen von Agrarsystemen (Boden, Pflanze, Tier) vermittelt. Mit unserer Expertise in den Teildisziplinen der Physiologie und Genetik von Pflanzen und Tieren, der Mikrobiologie und Biotechnologie, sowie der Bodenkunde und Ökologie bieten wir eine große Vielfalt für zukünftige Forschungsaktivitäten an.
Forschungsschwerpunkte
Die Inhalte des Master Agrarbiologie decken viele Profilthemen der Universität ab. Diese reichen von Globaler Ernährungssicherung, Klimawandel und Ressourcenknappheit hin zu Biobasierten Wertschöpfungsnetzen und Bioenergie, sowie Genomische Diversität in der Landwirtschaft. Eine wichtige Verbindung zu diesen Themengebieten stellt die Digitalisierung in der Landwirtschaft und Big Data Management dar. Ein weiterer Forschungsschwerpunkt wird durch das Hohenheim Center for Livestock Microbiome Research – HoLMiR abgebildet, hier geht es um die fakultätsübergreifende erkenntnisbasierte Grundlagenforschung im Themenschwerpunkt „Mikrobiota bei Nutztieren“.
Kooperationen
Mit dem Ziel, unsere erfolgreichen Forschungsprojekte weiter auszubauen und nachhaltige Synergieeffekte zu erzielen, pflegen wir intensive Kooperationen mit unseren exzellenten Partnern:
- Universität Stuttgart
- Universität Tübingen
- Leibniz-Institut für Pflanzengenetik und Kulturpflanzenforschung (IPK)
- Max-Planck-Institut für Molekulare Pflanzenphysiologie (MPI-MP)
- Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut (FLI)
- Forschungsinstitut für Nutztierbiologie (FBN)
- Weitere nationale und internationale Forschungseinrichtungen.
| Application deadlines | |
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| 1st subject-related semester | only for the winter semester: 15 June Germans, EU citizens, holders of a German university entrance qualification (Bildungsinländer), and non-EU citizens |
Higher subject-related semesters | for the winter semester: 15 June Germans, EU citizens, holders of a German university entrance qualification (Bildungsinländer), and non-EU citizens for the summer semester: 15 January Germans, EU citizens, holders of a German university entrance qualification (Bildungsinländer), and non-EU citizens |
| Requirements | |
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| Formal requirements | Bachelor's degree in one of the following courses (min. 180 credits):
Experience in basic agricultural science and laboratory analytical modules (12 ECTS credits each)
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| Content criteria | Interest in:
Skills:
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| Language skills | |
| Pre-study internship | no |
| Selection procedure | |
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| Selection criteria | If the total number of applicants exceeds the number of places, a ranking will be made according to the following criteria:
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| Selection interview | no |
