Core Scientific Pillars
The MSc Program “Sustainable Production Systems in Agriculture and the Environment” is an interdisciplinary, research-oriented graduate program that explores the intersection of sustainable agriculture, environmental management, and agri-food innovation. Its academic scope reflects a holistic approach to addressing the challenges of modern agriculture and environmental protection within the framework of sustainable development.
Core Scientific Pillars
- Sustainable Crop Production and Plant Protection
- Rational management of crop systems (variety selection, nutrition, crop protection)
- Application of innovative technologies (precision agriculture, organic farming)
- Soil and water resource management with a focus on conservation and sustainability
- Environmental Management and Sustainability
- Assessment and mitigation of environmental impacts of agriculture
- Circular economy practices in agricultural and food production
- Adaptation of agricultural systems to climate change and resource constraints
- Food Science and Technology
- Food safety, quality control, and preservation techniques
- Sustainable processing and by-product utilization
- Development of environmentally friendly technologies in the food industry
- Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness Management
- Strategic planning and management of agri-food enterprises
- Agricultural policy, marketing, and value chain optimization
- Business models based on innovation, digital transformation, and sustainability
Scientific Objectives
The academic orientation of the MSc program is twofold:
- Academic–Research-Oriented: To advance scientific knowledge and foster critical research skills across key areas of agricultural and environmental sciences through interdisciplinary approaches.
- Professional–Application-Focused: To cultivate practical competencies that support the development and implementation of sustainable solutions in agriculture, food systems, and rural development.
Interdisciplinarity & Innovation
Interdisciplinarity is a defining feature of the program, integrating:
- Agricultural science
- Environmental and natural resource management
- Food science and safety
- Agricultural economics and rural development
- Digital and green innovations in agriculture
This integrative approach equips students with a comprehensive scientific foundation and the flexibility to pursue diverse career paths or research trajectories in response to a rapidly evolving agri-environmental landscape.
