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ETH Zurich, MA, Agricultural science

 Switzerland

 

Study mode Start date Duration
Study modeFull-time Start date September Durationyears: 2 - 3
There are three specialisations to choose from in the Master’s degree programme: > Crop Science deals with issues of plant production and plant protection. > Animal Science covers basic knowledge in subjects such as Genetics, Nutrition, Physiology and Animal Husbandry. > Food and Resource Economics takes an in-depth look at economic and social aspects in the use of natural resources. The specialisation is enhanced by specific supplementary subjects and general electives which may be selected from the entire ETH and University of Zurich offering. The six-month Master’s thesis completes the programme. A period of work experience is not compulsory, but is recommended.

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An abundance of services and leisure opportunities make ETH Zurich an attractive place to study and work, providing a rich university life and provide for a diverse, varied student life. Zurich is a city where the quality of life is among the best in the world. As Switzerland's largest city it is rich in culture, and it is regarded as safe. Its central location makes it the ideal starting point for excursions. Bern, Lucerne, Basel and Schaffhausen can all be reached in less than an hour by train. Famous places in the Alps like Pilatus, Säntis, the Rigi and even the Jungfraujoch are only a little further away.