Master's Degree in Agricultural Engineering

Food production and processing accounts for over 20% of Spanish GDP, and environmental issues are a growing concern for society and a significant focus of professional conduct.

The Polytechnic University of Valencia Master's Degree in Agricultural Engineering consists of 120 ECTS (two academic years), with a core component of 60 ECTS and specialisation in plant production, animal production, agrifood industry, rural engineering, biotechnology, food economy for development and natural resources and the environment.

Program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the General Criteria and the Agricultural and Biological and Similarly Named Engineering Program Criteria.

Program certified by the EUR-ACE Engineering label awarded by the European Network for the Accreditation of Engineering Education (ENAEE).

Acquire the skills necessary to pursue the regulated profession of agricultural engineer. Employment opportunities include consultancy and management of agricultural and livestock farms, the food industry, facility design engineering, landscaping and environmental practice, cooperatives and research.

Eligible students must hold a bachelor's degree. The degree of reference for acceptance on the course is the UPV Bachelor's Degree in Rural and Agrifood Engineering. Other degree courses are accepted although individual cases will be reviewed to determine what additional studies are required to meet the admission criteria, depending on the origin of the student.