Overview
Course Details
| University | Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin |
| Program Name | Horticultural Science |
| Degree | M.Sc. (Master of Science) |
| Subjects | Horticulture |
| Language | English only |
| Application Deadlines | Winter semester: 31 May |
| Duration | 2 Years (starting: Winter semester) |
| Tuition Fees (per semester) | Free |
| Mode of Admission | Local admission restriction |
| Study Mode | On campus |
| Qualification Requirements | Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related subjects like horticultural sciences, agricultural sciences, forestry sciences, nutritional sciences, environmental sciences, ecology, biology, geography, economics, and social sciences |
| Work Experience | 900 hours of qualification in agricultural or horticultural science acquired outside of university studies |
| Language Requirements | CEFR English min B2, various other English language qualifications like IELTS, TOEFL, DAAD, UNIcert |
| Application | Via Uni-Assist e.V. for applicants with foreign admission qualifications |
Admission Documents
- Curriculum Vitae: Include your updated CV.
2. Academic Certificates: Attach documents like your Bachelor’s degree certificate, transcript of records, and diploma supplement.
3. Passport Photograph: Provide a recent passport-sized photo.
4. Employment Verification: Submit an official job reference letter from your current employer, detailing your role and tenure, signed by the CEO or HR manager.
5. Recommendation Letter: Provide a letter endorsing your skills, which can be from your employer, a previous employer, or a former professor.
6. Proof of English Proficiency: Submit documents fulfilling the language requirements.
7. Additional Qualification Documents: You may include any other relevant documents that demonstrate your qualifications.
8. Financial Support Declaration: Provide a statement or documents verifying your financial support for the program.
9. Application Timing: While applications are accepted year-round due to the rolling application process, it’s advisable to submit them by July for the same year’s intake, especially if you require a visa.
Career opportunities
- Agricultural and Horticultural Management: Managing farms or horticultural businesses.
- Research in Plant Science: Academic or industry research roles.
- Landscape Design and Urban Greening: Designing sustainable urban landscapes.
- Agricultural Consulting and Policy: Advising on agricultural practices and policies.
- Sustainable Food Systems Development: Roles in developing sustainable food production systems.
