Agrobiotechnology - Master of Science englischsprachig

The Master's program in Agrobiotechnology at Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is an international program taught in English, focusing on biotechnology in plant and animal production, as well as nutritional sciences. It aims to prepare scientists for leadership roles in the agriculture and food sector. The program emphasizes practical methods and expertise based on a strong scientific foundation, research-oriented study, problem-solving in farming practice, international expertise, and the assessment of technological impacts.

The program is structured into modules, with each module comprising four semester hours per week and concluding with a final examination. The final grade is calculated from the module grades. The course consists of 8 mandatory core modules, 6 optional profile modules, an industrial internship (or 2 more profile modules), and a Master's thesis.

Core Modules:

• Applied Statistics (6 CP)




• Lab Course Biochemistry (6 CP)




• Plant Protection and Bioengineering (6 CP)




• Principles of Scientific Practice (6 CP)




• Molecular Phytopathology (6 CP)




• Biotechnology and Genomics (6 CP)




• Microbial Food Biotechnology (6 CP)




• Animal Nutrition and Feed Science (6 CP)

Profile Modules:

Students can choose from various subject areas, including:

• Plant Breeding




• Phytopathology




• General and Soil Microbiology




• Insect Biotechnology in Plant Protection




• Microbiology of Recycling Processes




• Agricultural and Food Market Analysis




• Insect Biotechnology




• Natural Product Research




• Landscape, Water and Biogeochemical Cycles




• Landscape Ecology and Landscape Planning




• Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy




• Agronomy and Crop Physiology




• Biometry and Population Genetics




• Crop Biomass and Bioresources




• Bioprocess Engineering and Pharmaceutical Technology




• Political Science

Graduates can pursue careers in research, product development, and quality management in areas such as the agricultural industry, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, and food. They can also find positions in universities, international organizations, and national and international authorities.