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MScRestricted admission
Master
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Under 1,500 EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Crop Sciences
The University of Hohenheim is a renowned institution located in Stuttgart, Germany, known for its excellence in agricultural and natural sciences. The Crop Sciences course at the university offers students a comprehensive understanding of plant production, crop protection, and sustainable agriculture. With a strong emphasis on research and practical application, students gain valuable hands-on experience in the field and in state-of-the-art laboratories. The program also provides opportunities for internships and study abroad experiences, allowing students to gain a global perspective on crop sciences. Graduates of the Crop Sciences program at the University of Hohenheim are well-equipped to address the challenges of feeding a growing population and ensuring food security for future generations.
Specialization
Specialization option “Plant Breeding and Seed Science” “Plant Nutrition and Plant Protection”
Fields of study
Biotechnology(Life Sciences & Medicine)
Biology(Natural Sciences)
How to apply
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Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Crop Sciences at University of Hohenheim
English language
IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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TOEFL with at least 90 points (Internet-based)
IELTS (academic exam) with an overall band score of at least 6.5
Cambridge EFL Certificate of Advanced English
Proof of successful completion of a Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree program taught in English in one of the countries listed above or in an EU-member-state
German language
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5
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Academic requirements
Minimum ECTS credits
180
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Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, or a related program 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)
Prerequisites
1\. An above-average bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences, Natural Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related program or a related program 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)
Solid knowledge of plant physiology and plant breeding, as well as a good foundation in statistics and computer applications
2\. Proof of English language skills
3.Result of the Crop Sciences pre-test(<https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/bewerbung-crop-science-pre-t...)
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Crop Sciences
Programme-specific documents
1. B.Sc. certificate and transcript of academic records in original language. If your GPA is numerically below average (2.5 on the German scale), then you will need to acquire a ranking document from your university proving that you were in the top half of your class.
2. Ranking the final results of your B.Sc. 50% of your cohort - in case your overall grade is not "good" (second class upper) or better
3. Proof of English proficiency if your first language is not English.
4. Motivation letter in English language (not more than one page)
5. Result of the AgEcon pre-test https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/bewerbung-agecon-pre-test
6. Proof of a completed apprenticeship - if available. Proof of professional/practical experience in relevant areas, and/or of stays abroad of at least 3 months (optional).
7. Reference letters from employers and / or professors - if available
8. In the case of the applicant has completed a stay abroad at least one month in a country where the local language is different from the native language of the applicant and with the purpose to work or study, the respective documents can be submitted as well
Selection criteria
Grades and ranking in previous studies
Letter of recommendation from professors
Stay abroad lasting 3 months or longer
Letter of motivation
Additional points are given for vocational training, an intern examination, or proven two years of professional experience related to the degree program.
Standard documents (most universities also require)
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
- Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
- English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
- German language certificate (if required by the programme)
- Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
- Passport copy
- APS certificate (required for India, China, Vietnam, Pakistan applicants)
This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.
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Step-by-step guide to applying for Crop Sciences at University of Hohenheim
Application procedure
1st subject-related semester:
Fill the online application and upload documents
Apply online and upload your documents to the online application portal.
Important: For applications for the 1st subject-related semester, no paper documents have been sent by mail to the University of Hohenheim!
https://hohcampus.verw.uni-hohenheim.de/qisserver/pages/c...
Selection process
Approximately 4 weeks after the application deadline the applicant wants to be informed of the admission committee's decision. The official admission or rejection letters will be available for downloading from the application platform. A paper version of the letter of admission therefore wants to be sent out by postal mail. Applies to the postal system of the respective countries.
Application quick facts
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Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
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Complexity
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Address
Katrin Winkler, Fruwirthstraße 14-16, 70599 Stuttgart
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Tuition fees are 1.500 EUR per semester for international
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