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MSc Agroecology

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2 years
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October
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University of Agriculture in Krakow - Faculty of Agriculture and EconomicsUniversity of Agriculture in Krakow - Faculty of Agriculture and Economics
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Description of MSc Agroecology

agroecologyagricultureAgroecology is a modern approach to agriculture. Students will learn to consider not only economic farming aspects but also widely understood ecological needs of the agrocenoses and adjoining areas.

The course aims to produce contemporary farmers who possess extensive knowledge on plants and animals in rural areas and to be aware of the relationships between living organisms and the natural environment. The study of and Implementation of the rules of ecology into agricultural practice will allow for obtaining safe and healthy food.

 Agroecology students will acquire knowledge about the impact of agricultural activity impact on the environment, organic systems of farming and food production, multifunctional rural development and economic aspects of these processes. Each aspect of study comprises of lectures, seminars and laboratory classes.

Modules taught in this Agroecology Masters course are:

  • Environmental problems of animal husbandry
  • Sustainable crop production
  • Food quality and safety
  • Economy in environment
  • Agroecology concepts and tasks
  • Environmental protection
  • Organic farming
  • General base for MSc thesis
  • Multifunctional rural development
  • Plant protection
  • Farming system design
  • Agroturism
  • Environmental protection policy
  • Environmental biotechnology Environmental biochemistry Farming in ecologically threatened areas Agricultural extension


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Application and qualification

Students wishing to study the Agroecology Masters course must supply the following requirements:

  1. A completed application form
  2. Higher education diploma – (BA or BSc.)  (in Polish or English)
  3. Diploma Supplement /certified copies of academic transcripts
  4. English language certificate
  5. Certified copy of secondary school leaving certificate
  6. Photocopy of identity card or passport
  7. 2 (passport-sized) photographs

Expenses

The candidates are requested to pay enrolment fee of EUR 200; Tuition fee: EUR 1 200 per semester.


Students who achieve excellent results in studies will be granted scholarships to cover the cost of accommodation (to be decided after the first semester).

Description of University of Agriculture in Krakow - Faculty of Agr...

Krakow agriculturefaculty of agriculture and economicsagricultureThe Faculty of Agriculture and Economics is the oldest faculty of The University of Agriculture in Krakow and can trace its educational origins to the Agronomic Studies created in 1890 within the Jagiellonian University of Cracow - the first University in Poland.

The Faculty of Agriculture and Economics draws from the intellectual heritage and traditions of the Jagiellonian University and plays an important role in the education of students and academics in the fields of economics and agriculture.

There are over 3000 students enrolled in the programmes provided by the Faculty of Agriculture and Economics and they employ 158 members of academic staff, including 23 full professors, 20 Habilitated Doctors an 115 persons holding PhD degree.

The Faculty offers both full time and extramural programmes in the fields of:

Agriculture (specialisations: Agroeconomy, Agrobiology, Agritoutrism)

Management (specialisation: Management in Agribusiness)

Environmental Protection (specialisation: Agroecology - MSc. in English))

Economy (specialisation: Agribusiness Economics)

The University of Agriculture in Krakow is an independent institution whose aim is to educate future academic elites to work in the sphere of the economy at large and the food and forestry development and environmental protection.

The Faculty of Agriculture and Economics is an important research centre in areas such as ecology, agricultural development, crop productivity and ecological microbiology of soil and water. This strong research heritage ensures that the faculty staff are, quite literally, experts in their field and that students receive the highest quality education.

The Faculty of Agriculture and Economics welcomes international students and offers courses taught in English.

Description of Krakow

Krakow

Krakow

KrakowKrakow is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities of Poland is also an important cultural and educational centre. It was first mentioned in historical document in 966. The city used to be the seat of kings and in 1038-1609 was the capital of Poland. University tradition dates back to the end of the 14th century when King Casmir the Great founded the first University in Poland, today known as the Jagiellonian University in Krakow. At present there are 23 institutions of higher education in Krakow including (11 state owned) educating about 200 000 students.

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University of Agriculture in Krakow - Faculty of Agriculture and Economics

Aleja Mickiewicza 21
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Phone no: +48 12 662 43 70
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