Program Overview

Introduction to the Bologna Degree in Agricultural Engineering Program

The Licenciatura Bolonha em Engenharia Agronómica program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of agricultural engineering. Upon completion of the first cycle of studies, which consists of 180 credits, graduates will possess a set of specific competencies that enable them to program, coordinate, and execute agricultural production activities at the level of agricultural exploitation. This ensures the quantity and quality of production, hygiene and safety at work, environmental preservation, and food safety for consumers.

Historical Background

The program has received several evaluations and accreditations, including:

• A3ES accreditation
• DGES Registration: R/A-Ef 2071/2011/AL01
• Publication in the Official Gazette: Order nº 28/2024
• Previous publications: Order no. 15571/2016, Order no. 5475/2010, Order no. 27038/2008

Professional Outcomes

What is an Agricultural Engineer?

An agricultural engineer should be curious, enjoy outdoor activities, adapt to new technologies, have ecological concerns, and social responsibility. They program, coordinate, and execute agricultural production activities to ensure quantity and quality of production, hygiene and safety at work, environmental preservation, and food safety for consumers.

Role of an Agricultural Engineer

The agricultural engineer plays a fundamental role in proposing solutions and guiding farmers on best practices, such as the rational use of natural resources, to produce more, better, and responsibly. They must be able to utilize basic knowledge of agronomic science and the agricultural environment to conceive, plan, design, and direct agricultural production activities related to land use, as well as promote problem-solving.

Specializations and Career Paths

Specializations in the 2nd Cycle

After completing the first cycle, students can specialize in:

• Agro-Livestock
• Agrarian Economy and Territory Management
• Rural Engineering
• Hortofruticulture and Viticulture
• Plant Protection

Professional Exits

Graduates can work in:

• Public and private agricultural exploitations
• Associations of producers and other agro-livestock associations
• Service companies
• As independent workers, executing work in the field or in productive facilities (e.g., orchards, vineyards, greenhouses, farms, etc.) They can also work as responsible for agricultural production, making the connection with the food industry and environmental engineering. Additionally, they can integrate into project offices (technical and economic studies) or dedicate themselves to the scientific component, performing field and laboratory work in various areas (e.g., entomology, robotics, human nutrition, etc.).

Operational Regime and Tuition Fees

Operational Regime

The program operates on a daily basis.

Tuition Fees for 2025/2026

• National students: €697
• International students: €3,000

Program Coordination

The program is coordinated by Elisabete Tavares Lacerda de Figueiredo Oliveira.