Program Overview
The Organic Agriculture and Food Systems at University of Hohenheim is a MSc programme in Agriculture & Environmental Studies 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 agriculture & environmental studies. 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 Organic Agriculture and Food Systems programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany 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 1,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
- Location: Stuttgart, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Organic Agriculture and Food Systems programme are prepared for diverse careers in agriculture & environmental studies:
- Environmental Scientist
- Sustainability Manager
- Agricultural Analyst
- Conservation Officer
- Food Safety Specialist
- Climate Policy Advisor
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Economics and Environmental Policy
- Markets and Marketing of Quality Food
- Organic Livestock Farming and Products
- Organic Plant Production
- Processing and Quality of Organic Food
- Project in Organic Agriculture and Food Systems
- Social Conditions of Organic and Sustainable Agriculture
- Principles of Organic Food Systems (Start-up-module for the participants in the double degree program) or Organic Food Systems and Concepts (Start-up-module for the participants in the single degree program)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants require an above-average Bachelor of Science or an equivalent degree in agriculture or a related discipline, following at least three years of university studies oder German FH studies (generally 180 credits).
- Proof of English language skills (e.g. 90 ibt TOEFL)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 1,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 1,500 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Hohenheim 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 Hohenheim
University of Hohenheim
Stuttgart, Germany
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University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
