Agricultural Sciences Master's Program
Master’s Program in Agricultural Sciences Description
The objective of the Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences is to prepare highly qualified graduates who possess deep and systematic knowledge in agricultural fields such as agronomy, forestry, and food technology. This comprehensive understanding enables graduates to develop new and original ideas, conduct independent research using the latest methods and approaches, and engage in scientific and practical activities both in Georgia and abroad. Additionally, graduates are well-equipped to pursue further studies at the doctoral level.
The Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences offers 3 specialties:
- Agronomy
- Food Technology
- Forestry
The objective of the Agronomy Specialty is to prepare a master with deep and systematic knowledge of the field of agronomy. Graduates are able to manage soil fertility and plant nutrition, understand integrated methods of pest and disease control, and are knowledgeable of agroecosystems and their main directions. Graduates are also familiar with the achievements in agrobiotechnology and their applications, as well as modern methods and scientific approaches for the production and certification of seeds and planting material.
The objective of the Food Technology Specialty is to prepare a master with deep and systematic knowledge in the field of food technology. Graduates understand the physicochemical properties of various components in food products, their significance for human health, and methods for their determination and identification. They are well-versed in the importance of microbiological and chemical indicators of food quality and safety. Additionally, graduates master methods for food storage, including understanding the physiological, biochemical, microbiological, and physical processes that occur during storage, as well as the ability to assess quality indicators and manage factors affecting it.
The objective of the Forestry specialty is to prepare a master with deep and systematic knowledge in the field of forestry. Graduates are well-versed in the principles of forest care, including protection, restoration, renewal, and sustainable use. They have the capability to develop innovative ideas for the sustainable management of forest resources, rational use of natural resources, and effective reproduction. Additionally, graduates will be equipped to understand and address specific forestry-related challenges.
The Master’s Program in Agricultural Sciences has been developed based on an analysis of leading programs from renowned universities worldwide, including the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Mendel University, the University of the West of England, and Aristotle University of Thessaloniki.
Many of the program's faculty are directly and actively involved in research, including significant international projects, within the scientific institutes of the Agricultural University of Georgia. This involvement provides students with valuable opportunities to engage in scientific research.
The duration of the Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences is 2 years. Upon successful completion, graduates are awarded the qualification based on their chosen specialty:
- Master of Agricultural Sciences in Agronomy
- Master of Agricultural Sciences in Food Technology
- Master of Agricultural Sciences in Forestry
Action-Based Learning
Within the Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences, substantial time is dedicated to laboratory studies, emphasizing action-oriented learning (learning by doing). Each student has an individual workstation in state-of-the-art laboratories to conduct experiments, tests, and analysis independently. Laboratory sessions are held in small groups, which positively impacts student learning outcomes.
Curriculum
The Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences consists of 120 credits, divided into the following modules:
- General Module of Agricultural Sciences - This module includes essential subjects required for all three master's specialties (Agronomy, Forestry, Food Technology), such as Research Methodology, Data Analysis and others.
- Specialty Education - this module includes the fundamental theoretical and practical courses required for the chosen specialty (Agronomy, Forestry, or Food Technology).
- Practical Education - this module encompasses field practice, where students undertake internships or work in various organizations. At the end of the semester, students are required to prepare a report detailing their experiences, how they applied the knowledge and skills acquired at the university, and the outcomes of their work.
- Elective Subjects - students can select courses from other programs based on their interests.
In addition to these modules, the program includes the preparation and defense of a master’s thesis.
How to apply to the Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences?
In the 2023-2024 academic year, 40 graduate students will be admitted to the program.
Who can apply?
An applicant of any professional background can apply if they meet the following criteria:
- Overcome the minimum competence threshold in the Unified Masters Examination
- Preferably have at least A2 level (pre-intermediate) English language competency
Admissions Procedure
- Registration at the National Examination Center website (www.naec.ge)
- Passing Unified Masters Examination
- Fill out the Master’s Program Application
- Interview at the Agricultural University of Georgia
Selection Criteria
For the Agronomy and Forestry specialties, a general interview will be conducted.
The interview for the Food Technology Specialty will cover general processes of food technology, as well as topics in general physics, general chemistry, and mathematics.
The coefficient of the score obtained in the Unified Masters Examination is 0, and the coefficient of the interview of the Agricultural University of Georgia is 100.
Tuition Fee
The yearly tuition fee for the program is 3350 GEL.
About the School
The Master's Program in Agricultural Sciences is jointly implemented by the Agricultural University of Georgia:
The PhD Program in Agricultural Sciences is jointly implemented by the Agricultural University of Georgia:
- School of Agronomy and Landscape Management
- School of Natural Sciences and Biotechnology
- School of Veterinary Medicine
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