The Master's program in Agricultural Sciences focuses on advanced topics in agriculture, providing students with a thorough understanding of the complexities of food production systems. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical experiences, including field studies and internships in various agricultural settings. Graduates are prepared for diverse career opportunities in research, policy-making, and sustainable agricultural practices.
Students in this master's program explore advanced topics in environmental sciences, agronomy, and sustainable resource management. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, covering themes such as ecosystem management, agricultural practices, and climate change mitigation.
The program is structured over four semesters, combining theoretical coursework with practical applications. It includes opportunities for internships and a master's thesis project to enhance research skills and real-world experience.
Graduates will possess competencies in research methodologies, critical thinking, and problem-solving relevant to environmental and agricultural challenges. They will also have developed skills in project management and interdisciplinary collaboration.
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
BOKU (University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna) specialises in agriculture, forestry, environmental engineering, and biotechnology — the go-to university for sustainability-focused study in Austria.
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