Sustainable Intensification of Agricultural Production – Learning from Nature 

Now accepting applications for the summer semester 2026 – taugh tentirely in English and designed especially for international students with a Bachelor's degree in agriculture or related fields. 

Feeding a growing global population while protecting ecosystems is one of the most urgent global challenges. The United Nations promotes sustainable intensification as a key strategy to increase food production while preserving biodiversity, soils, water, and climate. 

Our Master's program equips students with the knowledge and tools to develop innovative, nature-based solutions for productive and sustainable farming systems – especially in regions experiencing the impacts of climate change, resource scarcity, and population growth. 

Your future

There is a great demand for well-trained specialists in the field of sustainable agriculture. Graduates who can flexibly adapt concepts and applications to specific requirements are more sought-after and versatile in the professional environment than specialists due to the dynamic changes taking place. The focus on applied solutions, particularly through the practical semester, is also closely aligned with the needs of potential employers.

In addition to national and international companies, potential employers for graduates include service providers, international institutions, research institutions, organisations in the field of international cooperation among other career opportunities.

 

Abschluss:
Master, Master of Science
Regelstudienzeit:
4 Semester
Studienmodell:
Vollzeit
Studienbeginn:
Sommersemester, Wintersemester
Leistungspunkte:
120
Zulassungsbeschränkung:
Nein
Sprache:
Englisch

Your Journey to global agri-solutions starts here - Join TH Bingen today!

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What the program is 

The M.Sc. in Sustainable Intensification of Agricultural Production

is an interdisciplinary, science-based degree that focuses on designing resilient and resource-efficient food systems. Students learn to analyze complex agroecosystems, apply advanced research methods, and design agricultural practices that enhance productivity while minimizing environmental impact. 

Key areas of study include: 

  • Agroecological and technological approaches to sustainable farming 

  • Economic and policy frameworks for agricultural transformation 

  • Practical tools for farm management, data analysis, and research 

  • Integrated solutions for soil, water, crop, and livestock systems 

Located in one of Germany’s most dynamic agricultural regions, TH Bingen offers: 

  • Hands-on learning with strong links to applied research and innovation 

  • Small class sizes and close contact with experienced professors and researchers 

  • A supportive international environment with tailored assistance for foreign students 

  • A practical focus, integrating science, technology, and real-world agricultural systems 

  • Full instruction in English, with modules designed for global relevance 

The Master's program takes three semesters (1.5 years) to complete: 

Scientific writing and research methodology
International agricultural economics and policy
Soil, water, crop and livestock management
Climate change and environmental impacts
Digital tools and data analytics in agriculture (incl. use of R)
Molecular diagnostics
Crop improvement
Farm economics and resource management
Sustainable technology and mechanization

consists of a full-time practical internship or research placement, either in an agricultural enterprise, NGO, research institute or international development project. Students apply their skills in real-world settings and complete a final thesis. 

We follow the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). There are currently no numerus clausus restrictions in admissions. The general university entrance qualification ("Allgemeine Hochschulzugangsberechtigung") for the Master study programme is a Bachelor’s degree grade of at least 2.5 or better.

The applicant should have an affinity for agriculture and sustainability. The MSc addresses Bachelor graduates who have completed a degree in agriculture. In addition, students should be willing to acquire extra fundamentals on their own and get involved in topics not related to their field of study.

·         a BSc degree with at least 180 ECTS (equivalent to a German three-year BSc according to the anabin database (https://anabin.kmk.org/) and at least three month of relevant practical experience (equivalent to a German three-and-a-half-year BSc according to the anabin database)

·         Proven knowledge in the following four subjects (minimum of 6 CP, respectively)  are required for admission to the study course:

·         Agricultural engineering

·         Animal husbandry 

·         Plant production

·         Agricultural Economics

·         an overall grade (Bachelor's) better than 2.5 (German grading system)

·         English B2 or better

·         a VPD (Vorprüfungsdokumentation) issued by uni-assist (https://www.uni-assist.de/) for the TH Bingen, not older than one year.

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of international careers, including: 

  • Sustainable agriculture consulting and farm system design 

  • Policy advisory in ministries, NGOs, or international development organizations 

  • Applied agricultural research in universities or public/private research institutes 

  • Leadership roles in climate-smart agriculture, food security, and rural development 

  • Ph.D. programs in agriculture, environmental science, or related fields 

Whether you're aiming to improve agriculture in your home country or contribute to global sustainability, this degree opens doors to a meaningful and impactful career.