Program Overview
The International Horticultural Science (IMaHS) at University of Bologna is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 International Horticultural Science (IMaHS) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Italy 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 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 2,434 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,434 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bologna, Italy
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Horticultural Science (IMaHS) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Plant Pathology And Entomology
- Ecosystems And Plant Ecophysiology
- Horticultural Economics
- Managing Crop Growth, Yield And Quality
- Crop Biotechnology
- Plant Biochemistry And Analytical Chemistry
- Sustainable And Safe Use Of Horticultural Equipment
- Systems Analysis As Research Method
- Efficient Resource Use In Production Systems
- Plant Protection And Disease Management
- Post-harvest Chain Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entry requirements:
Academic background. In order to successfully attend the Second-Cycle Degree in International Horticultural Science, prospective applicants should be in possess of basic knowledge about technological aspects related to vegetable crops and fruit tree production, genetics and biology, plant protection and mechanical engineering. In addition, the fundamentals of agricultural economics, mathematics and statistics are suggested competences. Successfull applicants should possess a Bachelor of Science consisting in at least 180 ECTS in the Life Science study area (i.e. Horticulture, Agriculture, Forestry and Biology).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 2,434 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,434 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 2,434 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,434 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bologna 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 University of Bologna
University of Bologna
Bologna, Italy
University of Bologna (Università di Bologna) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world, founded in 1088 in Bologna, Italy, and widely regarded as the birthplace of the...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months