Program Overview
The Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at South Dakota State University is a MSc programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5.5
- Tuition: USD 602 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 313 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Brookings, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Graduate Seminar Credits: 1\', \'Statistical Methods II Credits: 3\', \'Thesis (Option A) Credits: 5-8\', "Master\'s Research Problems/Projects (Option B) Credits: 2-3", \'Electives: 9\', \'Unit Operations of Biological Materials Processing and Lab Credits: 4\', \'Principles Biological Separation Processing and Lab Credits: 3\', \'Advanced Hydrology in AgricultureABE 732 - Advanced Hydrology in Agriculture Credits: 2\', \'Ground Water Engineering in Agriculture Credits: 3\', \'Advanced Irrigation Engineering Credits: 3\', \'Bioseparations Credits: 3\', \'Theoretical Micro-Climatology Credits: 2\', \'Advanced Unit Operations of Food/Biomaterials Processing and Lab Credits: 3\', \'Instrumentation and Lab Credits: 3\', \'Graduate Seminar Credits: 1\', \'Programming Agricultural Systems and Lab Credits: 3\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Submit the Online Application
- Pay the Application Fee - The $35.00 fee can be paid through the online application system at the time of application submission or by sending a check or money order to the Graduate School
- Submit Your Official Transcripts - Request official transcripts from: Each institution from which a degree was earned or will be earned or Any institution at which you have earned graduate credits.
- Submit Proof of immunity - Medically signed proof of two properly administered measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) immunizations OR immune titers for measles (rubella), mumps, and rubella is required. For additional information contact Student Health Services.
- Submit Any Additional Documents Required by Your Program of Interest- Programs may ask for additional documents beyond what the Graduate School requires. Examples may include: Letters of recommendation, Resume, Goal Statement, Curriculum Vitae, Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 602 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 313 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 602 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 313 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact South Dakota State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
Brookings, United States
South Dakota State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months