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MScRestricted admission
Master
Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (EUR-Organic)
Winter: Mar 15, 2027
Duration
4 semesters
Language
English
EURTuition
Under 1,500 EUR/sem
Intake
Winter
About Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (EUR-Organic)
The University of Hohenheim is a renowned institution located in Stuttgart, Germany. One of its notable courses is the EUR-Organic program, which focuses on Organic Agriculture and Food Systems. This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of sustainable agricultural practices and the production of organic food. The program also emphasizes the importance of environmental conservation and the promotion of healthy and ethical food production. With a strong emphasis on research and practical application, graduates of this program are well-equipped to contribute to the growing organic agriculture industry.
Fields of study
Biology(Natural Sciences)
How to apply
Channeldirect
Modeonline
Admission eligibility
What you need to apply for Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (EUR-Organic) at University of Hohenheim
English language
IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Proof of required English language skills:
1. TOEFL with at least 90 points in the internet test procedure.
2. IELTS (academic exam) with an overall band score of at least 6.5.
3. Cambridge EFL Certificate of Advanced English
4. Cambridge Business English Certificate BEC Higher
5. London Chamber of Commerce Level 3
6. TELC B2 (at least "good")
7. Trinity Certificates / ISE III
8. UNIcert II (at least "good")
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)
Proof of a successfully completed, English-language Bachelor's or Master's degree at a recognized European university or in one of the above-mentioned countries
Prerequisites
Admission requirements
Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences, biology, food sciences, or related subjects from a university in Germany or abroad or from a university of applied sciences with at least 3 years of standard study time (180 ECTS in total)
Previous knowledge in statistics and microeconomics at the undergraduate level (listed in your transcript of records)
Proof of English proficiency, most commonly by an IELTS academic test (overall band 6.5) or TOEFL ibt (90 points)
Participation in the online Pre-test
Please note, that a language proficiency certificate from your university is not sufficient! Even if you have studied in English during your entire university career (e.g. in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, India, …) we need the result of an official English test.
In addition to the formal criteria, you should have the following interests and knowledge:
- Interest in ecology, agricultural sciences, sustainability,
- Practical experience in nature, agriculture, environment
- to think in a system-oriented way and to work in an interdisciplinary manner
Documents checklist
What to prepare for your application to Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (EUR-Organic)
Programme-specific documents
1. B.Sc. certificate and transcript of academic records in original language
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
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
https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/fileadmin/uni_hohenheim/Stud...
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 Organic Agriculture and Food Systems (EUR-Organic) 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.
https://hohcampus.verw.uni-hohenheim.de/qisserver/pages/c...
Important: For applications for the 1st subject-related semester, no paper documents have been sent by mail to the University of Hohenheim!
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
Apply via
direct
Mode
online
Application fee
0 EUR
Estimated time
Varies by programme
Complexity
Varies
Address
Kerstin Hoffbauer, Schloss Hohenheim 1B, 70599 Stuttgart
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Tuition
< 1,500 EUR
per semester
Semester contribution
186.7 EUR
per semester
Application fee
0 EUR
one-time
Estimated year-1 total cost
12,278 – 15,276 EUR
Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.
This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.
Additional fee information
international students not from an EU/EEA country and students who are completing a “Zweitstudium”, that is, a second degree program at a level for which they already have a degree (e.g. students who already have a Bachelor’s degree and want to start another Bachelor’s degree) must pay tuition fees.
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Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)
Acceptance rate
0%
0 accepted out of 4 total applications
Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)
2.07
Avg. rejected grade
German scale
Based on 4 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.
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