Program Overview

The Agroecology M.S. program at UW–Madison trains students to analyze agricultural systems within a broader environmental and socioeconomic context. The program offers two tracks: Public Practice, which focuses on facilitating discussions and negotiations at the interfaces of agriculture and other sectors of society, and Research, which emphasizes original research and scholarship. Students benefit from interdisciplinary expertise from nearly 20 departments across campus, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of agroecological systems.