The entire programme is taught in English.
International degree programme for agricultural research focused on development
Continued population growth, climate change, and an increasing use of resources are threatening the livelihoods of millions of small farmers. Only with an interdisciplinary effort based on evidence-based, scientific knowledge can a paradigm shift towards agroecological, sustainable, and highly productive agriculture be achieved that will secure these farmers their livelihoods and people their food in the long term.
Objectives
The curriculum is designed to teach the following skills and competences:
Occupational fields
Graduates have very good chances on the international job market. Possible fields of work, depending on the profile focus, include:
AgriTropics also qualifies students to pursue a doctoral degree.
For further information on this degree programme, we invite you to attend our Master’s info event (online via Zoom): www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/masters-informational-events.
In the first year of study,
students deepen their knowledge in six compulsory modules. Agriculture in tropical and subtropical agroecosystems is presented and analysed in many aspects in these modules. In addition to animal production and plant production, systemic interrelationships are presented.
The ecology of tropical agricultural systems is a focus, as is the economy and social significance of small-scale farming systems in the tropics and subtropics. Responsible use, recycling, and conservation of natural resources are considered in depth and explored and applied in practical modules.
In the first year of study, special emphasis is placed on methods of interdisciplinary cooperation, and teamwork in student groups is practised. Besides the compulsory modules, students choose three modules from more than 15 elective modules specific to the tropics and subtropics for this specialisation.
In the second year of study,
you select a further five modules from a wide range of elective modules. In this way, you can develop your individual professional profile and tailor your knowledge to your career aspirations.
During the second year, you will also carry out research on a subject-specific Master's thesis topic. This research work is usually carried out in relation to an international, development-oriented research project at the chair of the supervising lecturers in the target countries.
The academic advisers from the teaching staff will guide you in selecting modules and planning your studies, ensuring a smooth and goal-oriented progression.
Internships are not compulsory, but they are recommended. The internship must be organised by the student and has to fit the schedule of the programme. The CareerCenter Hohenheim runs a database for internship offers and assists in finding suitable placements.
Universities in Baden-Württemberg require their students to pay a semester contribution towards the administration costs, for student services and for the Student Parliament. Student services provide many benefits, such as discounted tickets for public transportation. The semester contribution amounts to approx. 175 EUR per semester.
Baden-Württemberg has the highest standard of living in Germany. The downside is that living costs are slightly above the German average. However, the cost of living can vary enormously depending on your personal lifestyle and where you live. It is generally more expensive to live in a bigger city like Stuttgart, where the University of Hohenheim is located. As a rule of thumb, 950 EUR to 1,000 EUR per month should be enough. The largest monthly expense is usually for rent, accounting for a third of the total cost of living for most students. These costs can be cut substantially by sharing a flat or living in a dorm. A typical example of monthly expenses could look like this:
Numerous funding opportunities exist for Master's thesis projects abroad are offered by various foundations. Detailed information is available here.
Formal requirements
Additional requirements
We expect good English skills, a team spirit, and a willingness to work in a multicultural environment. Experience abroad or in the field is advantageous.
The University of Hohenheim provides students with the opportunity to take on assistant jobs within the campus premises. Students are entrusted with the responsibility of scheduling their working hours in a manner that does not interfere with their academic commitments. Additionally, students have the option to seek employment off campus as permitted by the Aliens Act. It is important to note that finding jobs off campus may be challenging without a strong command of the German language.
More information can be found here.
Student residences on campus
At the University of Hohenheim, several student residence halls are located on campus. They are managed by Student Services Tübingen-Hohenheim. There is a high demand for these rooms, which is why usually only a small number of applications will be successful.
International (non-EU) students have a much more difficult time than Germans in finding private accommodation at the start of their studies when they are searching from their home countries. Therefore, the university provides a quota of rooms for international students. This enables a larger number of new international students to have a room in a residence hall. To be able to offer this special assistance at the start of studies, the rental duration for these rooms is limited to two years for Master's students.
Additionally, the house-hunting assistance offers support in finding a room on the private market.
BRICKS. The Qualification Programme for Entering the German Job Market
The BRICKS project at the University of Hohenheim helps international students prepare for their careers in Germany. The programme provides personalised career training, language development, practical experience, and networking opportunities with top companies, empowering students to shape their professional future in Germany.
CareerCenter Hohenheim
CareerCenter Hohenheim offers guidance and support to students and graduates in areas such as professional orientation, building a professional profile, and the application process. The centre actively fosters connections with business and industrial partners, ensuring early engagement with the professional world through information events, seminars on essential skills, internships, and more.
The Faculty of Agricultural Sciences at the University of Hohenheim has established coordination offices for all its international Master's programmes. These offices serve as dedicated support systems for prospective, current, and alumni students, offering a wide range of assistance. The coordination offices aim to provide comprehensive support to individuals at different stages of their academic journey, addressing their needs and concerns effectively.
The oldest university in Stuttgart, the University of Hohenheim, is unique in its strong specialisation.
Founded in 1818 after devastating famines, the University of Hohenheim is not only engaged in intensive basic research but has traditionally always been committed to developing innovative solutions for some of society's pressing problems. To do so, the University of Hohenheim engages in a combination of scientific disciplines that is unique among German universities.
Strong in research and exceptionally well-connected
Today, the University of Hohenheim is the leading university in agricultural research and food sciences, as well as strong and unparalleled in natural, social, business, economic, and communication sciences. The combination makes it possible to find solutions for many global challenges. This is why the university puts great importance on maintaining an international network with numerous strong partners.
Award-winning range of degree programmes
The degree programmes at the University of Hohenheim are innovative and adventurous. The “Mobile Teaching” and “Humboldt Reloaded” pilot projects, promoting research-oriented studies, have been given the Ars Legendi Prize for excellence in teaching and other awards.
Specialisation Bioeconomy
Bioeconomy is a joint specialisation of research and teaching in all subjects. This specialisation addresses the economics of the future, with new products and new production processes, involving raw material from plants, animals, or microorganisms.
The green campus of short distances
The "green campus" of the University of Hohenheim is a concept that pertains not only to the content of its innovative programmes but also to the lush green environment on its campus. The green campus, with its short distances all around the Hohenheim Palace, is known as the most beautiful campus in the state. The university members value its personal atmosphere as well as the way that the campus facilitates a close proximity to colleagues.
The University of Hohenheim is located in Stuttgart, the capital of the federal state of Baden-Württemberg. Why is Baden-Württemberg such a popular place to live and work? Probably because it has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the entire country. Where there's a strong economy, there is also a strong education system.
If you ask someone abroad, "What is Stuttgart famous for?", the answer is invariably, "Porsche, Mercedes and Bosch!" All these premium global players and many more have production sites in Stuttgart or in the region. As a result, they contribute to Baden-Württemberg's excellent reputation as one of the economic powerhouses of Europe.
Within Germany, Baden-Württemberg is at the forefront of the country's energy policy turnaround. The development and expansion of a sustainable energy economy is a top priority in the south-west.
What should we be famous for?
Many things that make Stuttgart and the region special are not known abroad. Because you will stay here for a semester or two, you should know more about it:
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