Program Overview
The Environmental and Plant Biotechnology at University of Agriculture in Cracow is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 18 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 natural sciences. 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 Environmental and Plant Biotechnology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Poland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 950 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Kraków, Poland
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental and Plant Biotechnology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Bioremediation and soil reclamation
- Biotechnology of water, sewage\xa0and activated sludge
- Crop improvement
- Ecotoxicology
- Instrumental analysis
- Introduction to geomatics
- Restoration ecology of post-industrial sites
- Soil chemistry and microbiology
- Waste management
- Genetic engineering
- Molecular biology
- Physiology of stress in plants
- Plant and microbial proteomics
- Biostatistics
- Environmental protection policy\xa0and intellectual property
- Ethics in biotechnology
- Polish language
- Foreign language
- Physical education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Undergraduates with BA, BSc., Eng. or equivalent Diploma in life science
The most welcome are undergraduates possessing a Bachelor (BA or BSc.) degree, Engineer (Eng.) or equivalent Diploma in biotechnology, biology, agricultural sciences or environmental protection.
Candidates with a Diploma in other related studies are also strongly encouraged to apply if possess most of the following competences:
- knowledge in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, and basic understanding of maths, physics, biophysics, physiology etc,
- skills on principle methods, techniques and tools used in biotechnology.
Documents required
- Diploma
- English translated Diploma(if not issued in Polish)
- Certificate in English
- Medical certificate
- Passport or ID card copy
- Enrollment fee
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 950 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 950 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Agriculture in Cracow 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 Agriculture in Cracow
University of Agriculture in Cracow
Kraków, Poland
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-07-18
- Start Date 2018-10-02
- Language English
- Duration 18 months