MSc Crop Sciences at University of Hohenheim

Programme overview

The Master's degree programme in Crop Sciences therefore trains students for scientific activities in research institutions as well as in the private sector and offers a sound methodological and biotechnological education for prospective crop scientists.

Faculty: Faculty of Agricultural Sciences | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS credits | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The seven compulsory modules are spread over the first two semesters, giving you the opportunity to delve deeper into the topic of your choice in the third semester or to spend a semester abroad. In addition, eight elective modules allow you to create an individual profile according to your career aspirations and interests.

Career pathways

As a graduate of the Crop Sciences degree programme, you will have gained comprehensive knowledge in your specialisations, developed skills in critical and solution-oriented thinking, and be well prepared for current research questions in the fields of plant breeding, plant physiology, and plant protection.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadlines 1st subject-related semesterOnly possible for the winter semester! German, EU citizens: 15 July Non-EU citizens: 15 March Higher subject-related semesters For the winter semester: EU applicants: 15 July Non-EU applicants: 15 March For the summer semester: All applicants: 15 January Requirements Admission requirements: Above-average Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences, natural sciences, or a related programme at a university in Germany or abroad or at a university of applied sciences with a standard period of study of at least 3 years (totaling 180 ECTS credits) (for the “related degree programmes,” see Annex 2 of the Admission Regulations) If your final grade or grade point average for your degree is not above average, you have to show proof of special aptitude for the degree programme (for details see Admission Regulations § 4). Proven English language skills at the level of an overall IELTS Academic band score of 6.5, a TOEFL score of 90 (internet based), or a Duolingo score of 125 points. English proficiency may also be proven by the German university entrance qualification (HZB) if at least four semesters of English were taken in the higher level (Oberstufe) with an average grade of at least 8 points, excluding a separate Abitur examination.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/hohcampus

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