These courses are designed for students to obtain the knowledge necessary to operate successfully in the different areas of agriculture, with special regard to plant production, animal breeding, animal safety feeding, environmental aspects. The technical aspects of agriculture are important parts also, as related IT technologies and machinery, automatization.
 
Basic subjects: chemistry, plant and animal physiology, math, physics.
 
Generally Hungarian universities are strong in research and development so students here get knowledge on the latest innovation at the area of: biotechnology, nutrition, livestock, safety food processing, horticulture, landscape architecture or irrigation technology specialist. The water management course is outstanding in Hungary.


 
Name of faculty: Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Type and name of  qualification: Agricultural Engineer (BSc)

Duration of studies: 7  semesters – full time programme

Intake: September

Programme introduction: The BSc in Agriculture (equivalent to the Agronomist course) is designed for students to obtain the knowledge necessary to operate successfully in the different areas of agriculture, with special regard to plant production, animal breeding and environmental aspects related to agriculture. The training starts with a strong emphasis on basic sciences, especially chemistry, plant and animal physiology, physics and mathematics. The technical aspects of agriculture are important parts of the curriculum, which also includes the fundamentals of precision agriculture. The principal areas of training from the third semester are animal breeding and crop production, which includes all the related sciences necessary to operate as a qualified agronomist. A special emphasis is placed on the environmental aspects and on the application of environmentally sound technologies, which results not only in less environmental load, but also in a more economical way of production.

Specialization: Animal breeding or crop production

Structure of studies

The total number of credits needed to complete the programme is 210 credits. The courses of the programme are divided into four categories: compulsory courses (155 credits), optional elective courses (10 credits), placement outside of the institution (min. 30 credits), thesis (10 credits). 1 credit equals one ECTS credit, and 1 credit is defined as 25 student working hours.

Language requirements: English as a primary language of instruction: automatic acceptance. Otherwise, one of the following indications of English-language proficiency: (a) TOEFL IBT test score of 66, or PBT score 513, (b) Cambridge First Certificate "B", (c) IELTS score of 5.5(d) any official certificate equal to the above mentioned

Academic requirements: Copy of secondary/high school graduation results including mathematics , record of courses studied, English CV, motivation letter

Tuition fee: 3,000 EUR/semester

Application fee: 100 EUR/ application

Name of the institute:  Institute of Engineering and Agricultural Science
Level of the degree: Bachelor's Degree  (baccalaureus, bachelor; abbreviated: BSc),
Title of the bachelor's programme: Agricultural Engineer
Qualification in diploma: agricultural engineer (BSc).
Field of training: agricultural
Duration of training: full time, 3.5 years (7 semesters)
The credits you need to complete to the  degree: 180 + 30 credits

Degree orientation: Practice-oriented (60-40 percentage). Credit value assigned to the thesis: 15 credits. The minimum credit value for continuous practical training outside the institution: 30 credits. The minimum credit required for optional subjects is 10 credits. Specializations (University of Nyíregyháza): integrated agricultural technologies, organic farming.

The aim of the training is to educate agricultural engineers with agricultural, technical and economic knowledge. Their skills are based on general scientific knowledge, on a knowledge of the European Union, and on appropriate level of practical knowledge. Engineers are able to direct agricultural production, to adopt technological processes in a given farm as necessary, as well as to introduce new technologies. They recognize the roles to be filled in the food chain. In their work, they seek and prioritize solutions that promote the health of society and individuals, while also protecting the environment. They are prepared to continue their studies for a master's degree.

In addition to traditional agricultural technologies, our aim at the University of Nyíregyháza is to introduce the conditions of innovative ecological farming, landscape management, agri-environmental management, water management and rural development, as well as the technologies of sustainable crop production, horticulture and animal husbandry.

The slogan of our training is: "Educating sustainable agriculture for the agricultural engineers of the future."

Main topics of the final exam:

(a) Integrated agricultural technologies specialization
Traditional and integrated cultivation techniques, organization and economics of the most important arable crops (winter wheat, maize, sunflower, winter rape, green manure plants, potato, alfalfa). Integrated production technology of the most important fruits (apples, sour cherries, plums, nuts, grapes). Traditional and integrated cultivation technology of field cultivated wild peppers. Organization and economics of the cultivation of peppers and canned cucumbers. Significance, organization and economics of intensive and extensive cattle breeding, pig breeding, sheep, lamb breeding, poultry breeding, and racehorse breeding. Importance of close-to-nature animal husbandry technologies. The most important technological features of goat farming, rabbit breeding and bee keeping.

b) Organic farming technology specialization
Integrated and organic cultivation technologies, organization and economics of the main arable crops (winter wheat, rye, triticale, sunflower, potato, Jerusalem artichoke, alfalfa, maize, carrot, green peas, open-field cultivated tomato). Organic cultivation technology of the most important fruits (apples, sour cherries, plums, nuts, berries). Technology, organization and economics of organic viticulture and winemaking. Conventional and organic keeping technology, organization and economics of dairy cows, milk production, beef production, pig fattening, roast chicken production and table egg production.

Special conditions for entrance:
- language requirements: English language proficiency B2 (CEFR level-certificate is not compulsory.)

The objective of the B.Sc. program is to educate future agricultural engineers, who has general knowledge and skills in agricultural production, process and farming based on agricultural, natural, technical and economical sciences in diverse areas of modern agriculture. Theoretical knowledge supports further study at MSc level provided by the B. Sc. programme.

Agricultural Engineers (B.Sc. level) will be able to
  • manage agricultural enterprises with different scales in area of agricultural production, process and trade
  • hold a post on supply in administration and policy
  • analyse and control commersial and ecomonical process in the field of agriculture
  • teach how to control and manage agricultural production
  • introduce general production technologies
  • teach how to implement and manage production technologies
  • prepare for taking managerial and social responsibilities
  • introduce professional principles to prepare students for MSc course
Main areas of the education
  • animal husbandry and nutrition
  • crop production and plant protection
  • horticulture
  • agricultural management
Length of the study programme: 6 semesters + 1 semester farm practice

Total credit: 210

SZIU specialty regarding the course:
  • Qualified lecturers and professors are involved in the course.
  • Environmentally conscious education.
  • Knowledge provided by the course supports further study at MSc level.
Job possibilities:
  • agricultural entrepreneurial sector involved directly in production or in controlling of production
  • medium and large plants and product integrators
  • distributors of agricultural products
  • state control, insurance companies, banks
Admission criteria:
  • Completed secondary school studies proved by a High School Diploma
  • Good command of English
  • Payment of application and tuition fee
  • Submitted required documents
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 2200/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

Name of the institute: Institute of Environmental Sciences Institute
Level of the degree: Bachelor's Degree  (baccalaureus, bachelor; abbreviated: BSc),
Title of the bachelor's programme: BSc in Biology, Applied Biology Operator specialization
Qualification in diploma: Biology (BSc).
Field of training: Biologist.
Duration of training: full time, 3 years (6 semesters) with 6-week internship during the training
Required credits for completing the degree: 180

Our aim is to train our students to become specialists who are able to analyze the most important relationships in biology, who know the most important research methods in this field, and who are able to plan, solve and evaluate biological tasks. Our instructors carry out internationally recognized research in biology and its related fields (Ecology, Hydrobiology, Behavioral Ecology, Genetics, Human Biology, Microbiology, Nature Conservation, Environmental Protection). They conduct their research with the participation of interested students in a wide range of national and international cooperation, and the results of their research are published in prestigious international scientific journals. Our training is featured by a practice-oriented approach and a student-centered education, served by modern laboratories, instrumentation, well-equipped classrooms and internships in connection with our institute. With the help of the knowledge that the students acquire at our institute, they are able find jobs in a wide variety of fields: health, food, plant protection, pharmaceutical, environmental and quality control laboratories, national parks, conservation organizations, environmental and water laboratories.

Major courses: Plant Anatomy, Animal Anatomy, Plant Taxonomy, Animal Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Plant Physiology, Biochemistry, Hydrobiology, Ecology, Biogeography, Animal Physiology, Environmental Protection, Molecular Biology, Behavioral Ecology, Experimental Aquatic, Ecology, Instrumental Organic Analysis, Field Botany, Nature Conservation, Evolutionary Biology and Population Genetics, Human Biology, Genetics, Soil Ecology, Biodiversity Monitoring, Research Design
 
Special conditions for entrance:
- language requirements: English language proficiency B2 (CEFR level-certificate is   not compulsory.)

Entrance requirements:

Certificate of secondary education, with Biology and Physics or Geography or IT or Chemistry or Mathematics or Natural Science or a sectoral professional exam (23) or. a professional preparatory examination (38). At least one must be completed at an advanced level

23: Elective subjects for a sectoral professional exam: Mining Skills, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Environmental and Water Management, Environmental Science, Economics, Chemistry, Chemical Industry, Electrical Engineering and Electronics, Water Management.

38: Elective subjects for a professional preparatory examination: Fundamentals of Electronics, Mechanical Engineering, Fundamentals of Computer Science, Fundamentals of Environmental and Water Management, Fundamentals of Economics (Theoretical Economics), Fundamentals of Chemistry.

The aim of this program is to provide students with modern knowledge of natural science, ecology, engineering, economics and management to be able to detect environmental risks in various fields and to manage damage control actions. Graduated students are able to reduce or eliminate environmental harms and damages, to use natural resources reasonably, to develop and to independently operate low-waste technologies. They are also capable of finding new solutions for recycling waste and disposing hazardous waste. They possess knowledge about nature and landscape protection and environmental policy as well as being able to work in teams and to communicate with national and foreign experts. They are suitable for designing, organizing, controlling, and participating in engineering work, and are able to adapt to the ever-changing requirements. With the acquired knowledge, they will be able to continue the training at MSc level. Students will be able to specialize by selecting appropriate elective courses from the university's portfolio.

Length of the study programme: 7 semesters

Total credit: 210

Admission criteria:

  • Completed secondary school studies proved by a High School Diploma
  • B2 level English language examination (TOEFL/IELTS/ Other)
  • Payment of application and tuition fee
  • Submitted required documents
Tuition fee:
Application fee     EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee     EUR 2200/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.)     EUR 500/month approximately



Name of faculty: Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Type and name of qualification: Food Engineer (BSc)

Duration of studies: 7 semesters – full time programme

Intake: September

Programme Introduction

The purpose of this programme is to equip students with a general knowledge of biology, chemistry, physics, technical sciences and economics; a special knowledge of food sciences; a professional knowledge of food processing technologies and the theoretical knowledge to enable them to proceed with their studies at master’s (MSc) level.

Structure of studies

The total number of credits needed to complete the programme is 210 credits. The courses of the programme are divided into four categories: compulsory courses (max. 155 credits), optional elective courses (min. 10 credits), placement outside of the institution (30 credits), thesis (15 credits). 1 credit equals one ECTS credit, and 1 credit is defined as 25 student working hours.

Language requirements: English as a primary language of instruction: automatic acceptance. Otherwise, one of the following indications of English-language proficiency: (a) TOEFL IBT test score of 66, or PBT score 513, (b) Cambridge First Certificate "B", (c) IELTS score of 5.5, (d) any official certificate equal to the above mentioned.

Academic requirements: Copy of secondary/high school graduation results including mathematics , record of courses studied, English CV, motivation letter.

Tuition fee: 3,000 EUR/semester

Application fee: 100 EUR/ application

The program is intended to train food industry engineers in general knowledge of biology, chemistry, physics, and mechanics; and special knowledge in food science, practical knowledge in food processing, preservation, and technology and sufficient theoretical knowledge to be able to continue their studies in the second phase of the program (MSc).

Length of course: 7 (6+1) semesters

Core curriculum (fields of knowledge essential for the qualification)

  • the natural science disciplines (Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology) providing the foundation to the food engineering profession, 20-30 credits
  • general professional training with regards to understanding the processes during food processing and storing (Biochemistry, food chemistry, physical chemistry, general microbiology, 15-25 credits
  • basic knowledge in engineering and technology (engineering technologies, food industry processing skills, measurements and automation, electrotechnics, informatics), 30-40 credits
  • specialized knowledge in food safety (food analytics, food microbiology and food hygiene, food security, food industry quality control) 10-20 credits
  • economic knowledge and communication skills (economics, food industry economics, food industry marketing, process management, legal regulations of food production and food processing, negotiation skills) 15-25 credits
  • professional knowledge of the food sector offering special competences for food production and food handling (technologies of handling goods, animal product technologies, technologies of wine and soft drink production, technologies of confectionery and edible fat production, technologies of brewing and distilling, cereal technologies, preservation technologies, food trade), 50-75 credits
Professional training: a semester-long (15 weeks) professional training that can be organized outside the institution, and a minimum of 30 credits can be earned.

Food engineers with a BSc degree are able to accomplish the following tasks

  • to apply principles in the field of management, leadership skills, organization, marketing, food industry information technology, standardization, and technology in food processing and distribution
  • to grasp the physical, chemical, biological and sensory changes taking place in raw materials and food products during processing and storing; and also to comprehend their molecular backgrounds
  • to apply modern technological and biotechnological procedures in food processing and conservation using basic knowledge in food industry procedures
  • to process and conserve food industry raw materials and to process safe food
  • to apply examination techniques to raw materials and food products, and to identify main food components
  • to identify and examine microorganisms vital to the food industry
  • to plan, organize and control food industry procedures
  • to apply quality control in food industry processes
  • to contribute to the establishment of, and to control HACCP systems
  • to apply environmental regulations concerning food technology
  • to assess, investigate and evaluate problems related to food technology
In addition they have cooperation and professional communication skills as well as foreign language skills and a sense of responsibility.

Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 2100/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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Program for training agrarian professionals in higher education, who is…

  • aquainted with the Hungarian and European agriculture as well as with food industry,
  • trained for modern professional skills based on comprehensive knowlegde in natural and social sciences,
  • capable for the managment and organization of horticultural production lines and for leading horticultural enterprises,
  • able to complete issues of the agrarian policy administration and for the tasks of a professional consultant,
  • acquainted with the recent results of the profession and utilizes them in the practice,
  • eligible for participating in master programs, based on his knowledge,
  • capable to establish professional relationships with foreign experts with his proper language skills,
  • intended to improve permanently his own attainments

Course Specifications

  • full time and correspondence courses
  • trainings in full time course in Hungarian or in English language
  • the study period is 7 semesters
  • tuition fee in English language: 2000 EURO/ semester (2 semesters must be paid in advance)

Specialization

  • Fruit growing
  • Horticultural biotechnology
  • Medicinal plant production
  • Nursery operations
  • Ornamental plant production
  • Plant breeding
  • Vegetable growing
  • Viticulture

What the degree of a Horticultural Engineer is used for?

  • for the establishment and management of individual or family enterprises in horticulture
  • for holding a position of a manager or an executive manager in horticultural ventures
  • for job opportiunities at organizations of agrar policy administration as well as at agrarian or horticultural companies
  • for positions at professional associations or as a professional consultant.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR /semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The purpose of this programme is to educate wildlife professionals who are able to manage projects in wildlife management and nature conservation based on applied ecology and principles of renewable natural resource management. Wildlife managers will meet the standards of the profession and will be familiar with and able to maintain the rules of wildlife and nature conservation. Successful graduates will be qualified to work in game farming and joint projects with agricultural companies, as well as forestry, fishery and rural development positions. Other possibilities include teaching the principles of nature conservation and working with hunting tourism operators.

Qualified graduates have the opportunity to continue their studies in the Wildlife Management MSc programme.

Main study areas of the curriculum: wildlife anatomy and physiology, wildlife ecology and conservation, wildlife ethology and behavior, big game and small game management, habitat management, hunting and game management, kynology, trophy evaluation, wildlife diseases, game farming and ranching.

Length of the study programme: 6 semesters study +1 semester practice

Total credit: 210

SZIU specialties relating to the course: Ecology and management of European game species, ecology and management of cervids, radio-telemetry and GIS in wildlife management, game management planning, ecology of medium and large carnivores.

Job opportunities: Game management, jobs at hunting clubs, game keepers/game wardens, hunting tourism, wildlife management planning, consultation and advisory positions, wildlife administration, zoological gardens, wildlife parks, education related to wildlife and animals.

Admission criteria:

  • Completed secondary school studies proved by a High School Diploma
  • Good command of English
  • Payment of application and tuition fees
  • Submitted required documents
  • Required documents:Completed Application Form
  • Official copy of secondary school certificate with the final results. If it is not issued in English, an attested translation into English or Hungarian is needed
  • Official copy of the English language proficiency test or  attested copy (IELTS 6 or equivalent required)
  • Brief Curriculum Vitae in English
  • Recommendation letters of referees with their addresses contact information
  • Medical clearance dated within 30 days of the submission of the application
  • Copy of receipt proving payment of application fee
Tuition fee:
Application fee     EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee     EUR 2200/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.)     EUR 500/month approximately

The aim of the programme is to train agricultural biotechnology engineers, who are competent in the field of biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, traditional and molecular genetics, transgenic breeding, reproduction biology and dissemination biology and familiar with the practical laboratory skills. The MSc programme will equip them with theoretical knowledge, communication and management skills which, in turn, allow them to become efficient researchers, design engineers and leaders as well as to start their PhD course.

Length of the study programme: 4 semesters

Total credit: 120

Admission criteria:

  • Undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in relevant field of science or related area (degree qualifications are assessed individually in accordance with the diploma and its attachments, or with the Report of Study (Transcript)).
  • When the field of degree is not related to the chosen MSc Programme, credits of the relevant courses in the Report of Study (Transcript) will be acknowledged by the admission office.
  • Good command of English.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 2200/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

Name of study programme: Master in animal nutrition and feed safety
Degree awarded: MSc
Qualification: Master in animal nutrition and feed safety
General area of studies: agriculture
Duration: 4 semesters
Number of credits to be collected: 120 credits

Admission requirements:
- at least BSc degree (or equivalent) in a field of Animal Science, Agriculture, Game Biology and Game Production or Life Sciences.
- In case of a not fully acceptable BSc degree, the University may request the applicant to attend extra courses.
- a Grade Point Average (GPA) for the BSc study which is at least 75% of the maximum scale
- If the language of instruction is English: fluency in both written and spoken English. Applicants from non-Anglophone countries must have a certificate of proficiency in English, issued by a recognized language institute, such as TOEFL or IELTS. Applicants who have completed their BSc (or equivalent) degree studies in a programme where the language of instruction is English are not required to submit such certificate. The minimum pass scores are 6.0 for the IELTS, 550 for the written TOEFL test and 213 points for the computer based TOEFL test. Students who are required to submit a certificate of proficiency in English language may also be required to take an English language assessment test at the Kaposvár University Foreign Language Department prior to the beginning of the MSc study.
- If the language of instruction is Hungarian: fluency in both written and spoken Hungarian. Applicants who do not have a Hungarian citizenship or are not from a Hungarian minority community must have a medium level certificate of proficiency in Hungarian. Students who are required to submit a certificate of proficiency in Hungarian language may also be required to take a Hungarian language assessment test at the Kaposvár University Foreign Language Department prior to the beginning of the MSc study.

The aim of this study programme is to train skilled professionals well equipped to tackle the problems of animal nutrition, feed production and feed and food safety, and are able to perform planning, research and innovation tasks. Graduated students will be able to fulfill the requirements of PhD admission.
 
Basic courses 10-20 credits: biochemistry, microbiology, research methodology, nutritional physiology
Main compulsory courses 30-54 credits: cropping systems, grassland management, compound feed production, grain and feed preservation and qualification, technology, advanced animal nutrition (ruminants and monogastric animals), feed analysis, feed toxicology, nutritional and metabolic diseases, feed quality control, feed safety, safety and health at work, quality management, farm management, farm economics, business management, law and ethics in animal nutrition
Optional courses 30-35 credits: companion animal nutrition, fish nutrition, natural resource management, biometry, communication
Other courses: a minimum of 6 credits.
Thesis Work: 30 credits.
 
Requirements of farm practice: Duration: a minimum of 4 weeks scheduled by the University.

Fees: Tuition fee: 575 000 HUF/semester (approx. 2000 EURO/semester); accommodation 35 000 HUF/month (approx. 120 EURO / month) + living costs

Aim of the programme is to educate crop production engineers possessing strong skills and complex knowledge in natural sciences, crop production-, plant protection- plant breeding- and food production technologies. Graduated students will be able to design and to operate management and decision making systems in the field of arable crop production, in particular production of grain crops, cash crops and oil seed crops, fodder crops and energy cropping. The studies enable graduates to work in research, development, technology transfer, or serve as operative leaders, as well as to continue their studies in PhD studies afterwards.

Length of the study programme: 4 semesters

Total credit: 120

Admission criteria:

  • Undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in relevant field of science or related area (degree qualifications are assessed individually in accordance with the diploma and its attachments, or with the Report of Study (Transcript)).
  • When the field of degree is not related to the chosen MSc Programme, credits of the relevant courses in the Report of Study (Transcript) will be acknowledged by the admission office.
  • Good command of English.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 3000/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The aim of this program is to provide students with specialized knowledge of natural science, ecology, engineering, economics and management to be able to detect, assess, prevent and mitigate existing or potential environmental risks, as well as for managing restoration and reclamation projects. Graduated students are able to develop appropriate technological solutions to prevent environmental pollutions. Their studies can be continued at PhD level. As part of the program, students can further specialize in the fields of soil and water conservation, waste management or ecotoxicology.

Length of the study programme: 4 semesters

Total credit: 120

Admission criteria:

  • Undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in relevant field of science or related area (degree qualifications are assessed individually in accordance with the diploma and its attachments, or with the Report of Study (Transcript)).
  • When the field of degree is not related to the chosen MSc Programme, credits of the relevant courses in the Report of Study (Transcript) will be acknowledged by the admission office.
  • Good command of English.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 45 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 3000/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The aim of the training is the education of food safety and quality engineers obtaining a master degree, who can apply their microbiological, molecular biological, toxicological and analytical chemical knowledge to control and check the production and distribution of food that has high quality and is appropriate by all means for human nutrition. Capability for individual work, professional opinion creation and decision making, capability for research, development and management, leadership management, creativity, efficient problem solving and capability for applying and analyzing information is required.

Structure of the programme:

  • interdisciplinary basic science embedding of food safety and quality knowledge (knowledge of food science, raw materials and food toxicology, microbiological knowledge, characteristics of food matrices, technological and microbiological aspects of nutritional quality and safety), 15-25 credits
  • modern test methods that guarantee food safety and quality (basic theory of measurement, theory and experimentation, spectroscopic knowledge, separation techniques, food analytical and microbiological conventional and fast methods, related analytical systems) 20-30 credits;
  • knowledge about food chain and operation (food safety aspects of food processing technologies, quality management, quality assurance systems, quality assurance of measurements, auditing of quality systems) 5-10 credits;
  • economic and human knowledge (legal and ethical regulation of food quality and safety, food marketing, management and communication skills, food innovation, food consumer expectations and consumer protection) 10-15 credits;
  • food safety risk analysis knowledge (assessment, management and communication) 5-10 credits.;
  • wide-ranging specialised electives teaching particular skills: 33-42 credits.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR /semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The aim of the master’s degree program is to train food engineers who know and apply the latest scientific knowledge of the special field, and are also familiar with the various fields of natural and technical sciences. The graduates will be able to apply the acquired professional knowledge in a creative way in the different branches of the food industry. Having the knowledge acquired in the master’s degree program, they will be able to participate in further major training programs, or continue their studies in a doctoral (PhD) program.

Full name of the master’s degree program:
Food Science and Technology Engineering

Name of the qualification in the degree:
Food Engineer

Length of course: 4 semesters

Professional practice (internship)
Length of field practice: 4 weeks, as determined by the curriculum of the master’s program.

Graduates of the master’s degree program will be able to:

- fill the positions of food engineer, planning-developing engineer, or researcher,
- plan and manage research and development programs and projects,
- perform management tasks in the food industry and the related fields,
- coordinate food industry processes,
- communicate their knowledge through education and counselling,

Personal qualities and skills required for using the qualification in practice:

- motivation for expanding the scope of knowledge, applying the new knowledge in order to develop food safety and quality,
- environmentally conscious behaviour,
- ability to recognize and solve problems, using scientific methods,
- critical evaluation of the development work related to the special field,
- using a developing and planning approach,
- ability to coordinate,
- ability to prepare and carry out work plans and programs,
- ability to work independently,
- creativity,
- ability to form a professional opinion, and effective communication thereof,
- ability to use and analyze information,
- observation of environmental regulations,
- awareness of professional responsibility,
- ability to cooperate and perform management tasks after acquiring appropriate practice.

Foreign language requirements:

For obtaining a master’s degree, the minimum is a complex (combination of oral and written) intermediate level (B2) language exam, or an equivalent secondary school leaving examination or diploma. Certificates are accepted for any modern language in which the major in question has specialized scientific literature.

Practical Training Centre helping the education:

  • Operational technology practice plant – to teach the basic operations of food production
  • Operational practice unit for fermentation – to teach technologies for the distilling industry and  fermentation
  • Sensory Laboratory
  • Pilot plant for processing food – to teach operational elements of  food preservation technologies
  • Pilot beer plant – to teach the technology for beer making

Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR /semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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Horticulture is the most dynamic and colourful sector of agriculture. The tasks of horticultural engineers have been broadening and consist of not only cultivation and primary processing of plants but includes also management, consulting, organising activity, quality assurance, marketing and services. After graduation, the students will be able organising and leading the production and marketing of horticultural enterprises of different size and character, carry out the tasks of managers, counsellors, engineers, take part in research and education.

To fullfill these requirements, the master program offers knowledge in horticultural and natural sciences, interdisciplinary aspects, an up-to-date basic knowledge and practical skills. Beside the special horticultural modules (ornamentals, fruits, medicinal plants, vegetables, grape and wine) the study program includes genetical, physiological, ecological, biometrical and related subjects.

During the study, the students have theoretical lectures, laboratory and farm practices, filed visits. There is a quite large freedom of the students in choosing courses according the personal interest. During preparation  of the thesis, they learn research practice, solving problems, synthetize results, thus, a possible PhD study is grounded. The study courses are completed by a 4 week’s farm practice period.

The program offers courses in the topics of breeding and biotechnology, plant and soil biochemistry, crop management, economics, crop ecophysiology and additional subjects. The curiculum consists of lectures, laboratory and farm practices. Students may choose a research topic – after the first semester – connected to one of the 5 horticultural branches (fruits, vegetables, medicinal plants, ornamentals and viticulture) or their interdisciplinary aspects. The thesis is based on individual research work and should be defended at the end of the 4th semester.

After graduation, the students will be able organising and leading the production and marketing of horticultural enterprises of different size and character, carry out the tasks of managers, counsellors, engineers, take part in research and education.

Requirements for entering the program

  • academic BSc/MSc or equivalent degree in agricultural/life or related sciences;
  • English language (reading, writing, speaking, listening) knowledge.

Canditates are expected to have basic science knowledge (demonstrated in the transcript) in life sciences, natural resources, agriculture, economics. Based on the credits of the applicants obtained in former graduation, additional maximum 24 credits from missing disciplines may be required during the study.

Also eligible are applicants who will have completed a suitable degree by 31 July 2020, so that by the time of their enrollment they can present their diploma.

Candidates from countries where English is not the language of instruction need to have an internationally accepted English exam: TOEFL iBT min. 65, PBT 500, CBT 200 or IELTS at least a score of 5,5 or Cambridge CAE Certificate). These can be replaced by documentation of at least 2 years closed higher education study in an English program.

Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR /semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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At the Faculty of Landscape Architecture we offer a 4-semester Master of Arts in Landscape Architecture and Garden Design (MLA) qualification that can be taken full-time and part-time. Our MLA Programme leads to a full Szent István University qualification which is accredited by the nationally recognised Hungarian Accreditation Committee and linked to the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS). On an international level, the International Federation of Landscape Architects Europe (IFLA Europe) grants the accreditation.

Our MLA is designed especially for master or bachelor graduates who want to advance their personal and professional development in the field of landscape architecture. The study programme provides a unique opportunity for learners to invest in their future. It enables young professionals to become a skilled landscape architect or a leading landscape designer who contributes to develop quality environment.

Our Master of Arts in Landscape Architecture and Garden Design:

  • is an English taught programme,
  • is a 4-semester degree programme or single semesters taken part-time,
  • links theory to design practice,
  • links landscape design to spatial planning.

Academic award: Master of Arts in Landscape Architecture and Garden Design is accredited by the International Federation of Landscape Architects Europe (IFLA Europe) and the Hungarian Accreditation Committee.

Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR /semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The program - based on agricultural, economic, management and rural sociology studies – focuses primarily on the understanding of the current problems of sustainable development and rural regions, the cooperation in the possible directions of development, the preparation of actual development projects, as well as the management and monitoring of project implementation. The training also covers the questions of loss minimization after harvests, development and management of local markets, as well as logistics management and warehousing. The most special feature of the Rural Development and Agribusiness course is the organization of frequent study trips. “Learning by Seeing” is stressed through the visits to different scales of farms, municipalities and rural development agencies and projects. The students can also experience the European identity during study tours to the European Union institutions in Brussels and to our partner universities in neighboring Slovakia and Romania. The wide range of management and rural development skills enable the graduates to pursue different careers and adapt their knowledge to different conditions in their home countries.

  • Starting date(s): September
  • Duration of the course: 4 semesters - 20 months
  • Minimum requirement for admission: Bachelor degree preferably in Agricultural economics, Urban studies, Rural development etc.
    • 84 credits of the relevant field of study
    • in case of 60-83 credits, the applicant need to take additional exams in the first 2 semesters of the MSc course
    • in case of 0-59 credits, the applicant needs to study for 2 semesters PRIOR to the MSc course to collect the 84 credits (supplementary studies) 
  • Location of the course: Gödöllő/ Hungary
  • Language requirements: B2 level certificate, certificate about studies in English or official document about studying subjects in English.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 3000/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The program aims to train professionals in agricultural water management, with a special focus on sustainable integrated water resources management. The program curricula focuses mostly on water management and engineering related subjects, with additional courses in agricultural and natural sciences, economics and legal studies. Besides providing a strong theoretical base, we aim to equip our students with a strong practical background as well. Building on the international experience of our staff, this course aims to provide students with the knowledge they need to succeed in today’s world.

The program mostly takes place in the main campus of the University located in Gödöllő, with the exception of semester 3 which takes place at the Szarvas Campus of the University.

Length of the study programme: 4 semesters

Total credit: 120

Admission criteria:

  • Undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in relevant field of science or related area (degree qualifications are assessed individually in accordance with the diploma and its attachments, or with the Report of Study (Transcript)).
  • When the field of degree is not related to the chosen MSc Programme, credits of the relevant courses in the Report of Study (Transcript) will be acknowledged by the admission office.
  • Good command of English.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 45 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 3000/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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The MSc Programme in Wildlife Management Engineering focuses on the traditional knowledge, recent developments and new challenges of applied ecology and wildlife science. It integrates theoretical principles, practical developments, aspects of the human dimension of wildlife management, and quantitative methods to educate professionals for coping with the challenges of the 21st century.

EDUCATION PROGRAMME

Prerequisites: BSc or equivalent graduate degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Production, or Animal Science (or equivalent in Veterinary Science), Biology, Ecology, Nature Conservation, or Management of Natural Resource is required. Applicants should have basic knowledge of mathematics and statistics. In addition, applicants must show competence in both written and spoken English.

Courses: Communication for Wildlife Professionals, Ethology and Behavioural Ecology, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Introduction to Biomathematics, Agricultural Strategies, International Wildlife, Geoinformatics in Wildlife Management, Conserving Forest Biodiversity, Environmental Physiology, Integrated Wildlife and Habitat Management, Game Hygiene and Processing, Wildlife Research Methodology, Product Marketing, Urban Wildlife Management, Feeding Ecology of Large Herbivores, Carnivores Ecology and Management, Game Damages and Damage Estimation, Genetics in Wildlife Management, Fundamentals of Forest Protection, Wildlife Population Ecology, and Wildlife Nutrition.

The MSc Programme requires a research thesis and consists of four semesters. The total number of credits required is 120. Thesis topics may be proposed by the students, but must relate to current wildlife management themes. Candidates should be ready to defend their completed thesis by the end of the 4th semester.

The programme covers a variety of aspects of the conservation and management of wildlife, as well as international laws and conventions concerning wildlife. It includes a field trip, an individual research project, and time for practical experience in a research or management organization. Most of the courses are taught by professors of the Institute for Wildlife Conservation, invited specialists on particular subjects, or experts with real-life knowledge and experiences. Students are obliged to take exams in both their compulsory and elective subjects.

The education will prepare the student for a career in national or international organizations where good knowledge regarding the conservation and management of wildlife is important. The programme can also be regarded as a first step into a research career. Because of its basis on contemporary theory and practice, it provides a conceptual foundation for those aspiring for top-level positions and career opportunities. PhD studies in wildlife sciences are also available in the Animal Sciences at the University.

Degree awarded: MSc in Wildlife Management Engineering

Language: All courses will be taught in English

Admission criteria:

  • Undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in relevant field of science or related area (degree qualifications are assessed individually in accordance with the diploma and its attachments, or with the Report of Study (Transcript)).
  • When the field of degree is not related to the chosen MSc Programme, credits of the relevant courses in the Report of Study (Transcript) will be acknowledged by the admission office.
  • Good command of English.
Tuition fee:
Application fee: EUR 50 (not refundable)
Tuition fee: EUR 3000/semester
Additional costs (books, accommodation, board etc.): EUR 500/month approximately

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