Smart Sustainable Agriculture Systems in Mountain Areas
- Abschluss: Master
- Sachgebiet(e): Landwirtschaft, Nachhaltigkeitswissenschaften (ökologisch), Umweltschutztechnik
- Regelstudienzeit: 4 Semester
- Hauptunterrichtssprache: Englisch
- Studienform(en): Internationaler Studiengang, Teilzeitstudium, Vollzeitstudium
- Standort(e): Bozen
- Trägerschaft: Ausländische Hochschulen
Course description
This programme offers advanced training in sustainable mountain agriculture, with a focus on smart technologies, resource management and multifunctional agriculture. Through a multidisciplinary approach, it integrates agricultural, environmental and economic expertise to prepare professionals for the sustainability challenges of the sector. Learning activities include theoretical classes, practical activities, field trips and internships to ensure a comprehensive and practical education. Graduates will be able to develop strategies to increase the resilience of farms, promote sustainable rural development and conserve/preserve the natural and cultural resources of mountain regions.
Graduates can work as agronomists, researchers, consultants or managers in the agricultural, forestry and environmental sectors. Opportunities include roles in public institutions, private companies, international organisations and NGOs. They will be able to develop strategies for the sustainable management of mountain farming systems, using modern intelligent technologies and maximising their economic and environmental performance.
Graduates may also be involved in rural planning, the design of resilient and innovative farming systems, and the promotion of local products and agri-tourism.
Universitätsplatz 1
39100 Bozen
Tel: 0039 0471 012100
Fax: 0039 0471 012109
E-Mail: apply@unibz.it
In order to gain admission to this programme without the need for further verification you need an adequate knowledge of the basic disciplines of Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology and fundamental knowledge of the subjects preparatory to the fundamental disciplines of this degree class and a three-year bachelor degree.
A further requirement for admission is proof of level B2 in English.
- Schwerpunkte:
- Sustainable mountain agriculture, Resource management, Multifunctional agriculture, Agricultural engineering, Smart technologies, Agricultural planning, Advanced digitalisation
Early Bird Application: 03/03 - 06/05/2025 (by noon local time)
Late Application: 28/05 - 09/07/2025
Classes: from end of September to mid-June
Bemerkung:
EU citizens can apply for a scholarship granted by the Autonomous Province of Bozen-Bolzano- Zulassungssemester:
- annually in the winter semester
- Zulassungsmodus:
- Bachelor grades and language proficiency (English B2)
- Zugangsvoraussetzungen:
In order to gain admission to this programme without the need for further verification you need an adequate knowledge of the basic disciplines of Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and Biology and fundamental knowledge of the subjects preparatory to the fundamental disciplines of this degree class and a three-year bachelor degree.
A further requirement for admission is proof of level B2 in English.
- Schwerpunkte:
- Sustainable mountain agriculture, Resource management, Multifunctional agriculture, Agricultural engineering, Smart technologies, Agricultural planning, Advanced digitalisation
Early Bird Application: 03/03 - 06/05/2025 (by noon local time)
Late Application: 28/05 - 09/07/2025
Classes: from end of September to mid-June
- Studienbeitrag:
- 1200 € per year
- Studienbeitrag (Bemerkung):
- EU citizens can apply for a scholarship granted by the Autonomous Province of Bozen-Bolzano
- Fakultät*:
- Faculty of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
- Akkreditierung*:
- staatlich
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Learn how to manage mountain farming sustainably, using innovative technologies. -
Learning activities include theoretical classes, practical activities, field trips and internships.
Structure of the course
During the first two semesters, courses cover a range of areas including sustainable agriculture, resource management and the fundamentals of agricultural engineering.
In the third semester, students can tailor their learning with optional courses that explore areas such as agricultural planning, specialised agronomy of mountain crops and advanced digitalisation. Students are encouraged to spend the third semester at one of the programme's partner universities, in particular the University of Applied Sciences Weihenstephan-Triesdorf in Bavaria, Germany. Activities include laboratory work, workshops, study trips and internships.
The fourth semester is devoted to the final thesis, an advanced research project that integrates the skills acquired. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that graduates are fully equipped to deal effectively with the complexities of managing mountain farming systems.
