Program Overview

Master Agricultural Sciences in the Tropics and Subtropics

The Master's program in Agricultural Sciences in the Tropics and Subtropics is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of agricultural sciences, with a focus on the tropics and subtropics.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• An above-average Bachelor's degree in agricultural, environmental, or natural sciences, or a related field, from a university or college with a minimum of three years of regular study time, or an equivalent degree (total of 180 ECTS).
• If the grade of the degree is not above-average, the applicant must provide proof of their special aptitude for the program (see the Admission Regulations, § 4).
• Proven English language skills at the level of TOEFL 90 (ibt), IELTS academic 6.5, or Duolingo 125 points. Alternatively, a German university entrance qualification (HZB) is accepted if English was taken as a subject in the upper school for at least four semesters and the average grade (excluding a separate Abitur exam) is at least 8 points.
• An APS certificate is required for applicants from China, India, and Vietnam.

Application Process

Applications for the Master's program in Agricultural Sciences in the Tropics and Subtropics must be submitted online through the HohCampus application portal. The following documents must be uploaded during the application process:

• University entrance qualification (e.g., Abitur)
• Bachelor's certificate and transcript
• Proof of English language skills
• Optional: proof of special aptitude for the program, proof of an above-average degree, and a letter of motivation

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the program are as follows:

• For the winter semester:
  • German and EU applicants: September 15
  • Non-EU applicants: March 15
• For the summer semester: not possible

Enrollment

After receiving admission to the program, students must enroll at the university. Information on enrollment procedures can be found on the university's website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about the application process and program requirements can be found on the university's website.

Special Aptitude

Applicants who do not meet the standard admission requirements may be able to demonstrate their special aptitude for the program through additional means, such as:

• A letter of motivation (maximum one page, in English)
• A letter of recommendation from a professor
• Proof of relevant practical experience or further education (employment contract, certificate of employment, certificates...)

English Language Skills

Applicants who are not native English speakers must provide proof of their English language skills. This can be done through a language proficiency test, such as TOEFL or IELTS, or through other means, such as a letter from a professor or a certificate of completion of an English-language program.

APS Certificate

Applicants from China, India, and Vietnam must provide an APS certificate as part of their application.

Enrollment Status

Applicants can check the status of their application online through the HohCampus application portal.

Overview of Application Deadlines

An overview of the application deadlines and enrollment procedures can be found on the university's website.