Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's program in Agronomy, with a focus on Soil and Crop Science, is designed for students who have completed the Bachelor's program in Crop Production and wish to become agronomists. This program leads to a Master's degree in Biology or Soil Science, providing a career path within or outside the academic world.

Program Details

• Program Name: Agronom mark och växt - Masterprogram
• Level: Master's level (Masternivĺ) with a focus on Biology or Soil Science (Markvetenskap) for a career in or outside academia (inom eller utanför universitetsvärlden), and for those interested in working with plant production and environmental issues (växtproduktion och miljöfrĺgor) to contribute to sustainable societal development (hĺllbar samhällsutveckling). The program is particularly suited for individuals who have completed the Växtodlingsprogrammet and aim to become agronomists, a qualification that makes them highly attractive on the job market (en kvalitetsstämpel som gör dig särskilt attraktiv pĺ arbetsmarknaden). It also caters to those seeking a Master's degree in Biology or Soil Science for a career within or outside the university setting (för en karriär inom eller utanför universitetsvärlden), and for individuals interested in plant production and environmental issues (för dig som vill arbeta med växtproduktion och miljöfrĺgor).
• Application Deadline: 15 April 2026
• Start Date: 31 August 2026
• Duration: 2 years (120 credits)
• Study Location: Uppsala
• Language of Instruction: Swedish

Program Content

The program provides in-depth knowledge in Biology and Soil Science, focusing on crop production and giving competence in handling and professional work within the agricultural sector. Students can choose between specializing in Soil Science or Crop Production. The curriculum includes courses on:

• Protecting plants from diseases and pests without negative environmental impacts
• Developing new crops and soil use to meet future challenges in a changing climate
• Preserving soil fertility
• Designing well-functioning and productive cropping systems while preserving biodiversity

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Master's program in Agronomy, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree of at least 180 credits
• At least 90 credits in Biology with a focus on agronomy
• At least 15 credits in a Bachelor's thesis in Biology
• At least 45 credits in agronomy-profiled courses
• At least 15 credits in Agricultural Science
• 30 credits in Soil Science
• 15 credits in Crop Production
• Proficiency in Swedish equivalent to the basic eligibility requirements for higher education in Sweden
• English proficiency equivalent to English 6

Degree and Career Opportunities

The program leads to a Master's degree in Biology or Soil Science and can also fulfill the requirements for an Agronomist degree when combined with the Bachelor's program in Crop Production. Graduates are highly sought after in the job market, with a broad competence and good understanding of crop production in agriculture. They can work in advisory roles within agriculture, with strategic development issues at authorities, or in research and innovation. Many agronomists hold leading positions in companies or authorities responsible for environmental or agricultural issues.

Examination and Degree Requirements

• Master's Degree in Biology: Requires 120 credits, including at least 90 credits at the advanced level, with at least 30 credits in specialized courses in Biology and a 30-credit independent project (examensarbete) in Biology.
• Master's Degree in Soil Science: Requires 120 credits, including at least 90 credits at the advanced level, with at least 30 credits in specialized courses in Soil Science and a 30-credit independent project (examensarbete) in Soil Science.
• Agronomist Degree: Requires 300 credits, including at least 90 credits in agronomy-profiled courses, at least 90 credits in Biology at the basic level with progressive specialization including a 15-credit Bachelor's thesis, and at least 60 credits in Biology or Soil Science at the advanced level including a 30-credit Master's thesis with an agricultural science orientation.

Student Life and Campus

Uppsala offers a vibrant student life, with two universities and a lively student community. The SLU campus in Uppsala is surrounded by green areas, research facilities, and a forward-thinking environment. Students have access to both the campus student life and all of Uppsala's student nations.

Career Prospects

As an agronomist, graduates are in high demand on the job market, with most finding employment in relevant areas shortly after completing their education. They possess a broad competence and a good understanding of crop production in agriculture, as well as in-depth knowledge of plant biology and its interaction with soil, other organisms, and the environment. Career paths include advisory roles in agriculture, strategic development at authorities, research, and innovation, with many agronomists holding leading positions in companies or authorities dealing with environmental or agricultural issues.