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Take your expertise in animal science to the next level with a Master of Science (MSc) in Animal Husbandry Engineering. The University of Debrecen (UD) offers a 4-semester graduate degree focused on the smart management of livestock. It addresses the growing need for high-quality food production while ensuring animal welfare and environmental care.| | The program starts both in September and February of each year. | |
| | All courses are taught in English; therefore, a B2 level English proficiency is required. | |
| | Admission requires a Bachelor's degree in Biological or Animal Science. | |
| | This is a 2-year program consisting of 4 academic semesters. | |
| | Students earn 120 ECTS in total. | |
| | The tuition fee for this program is 8,000 USD/Year. |
The MSc in Animal Husbandry Engineering is designed to develop your undergraduate knowledge and improve it through application and research. The field of animal science is broad and the program reflects this diversity, with emphasis on physiology, nutrition, and genetics, gene conservation, functional food and molecular biology, which are the key research areas of the institute.
Let's take a closer look at the details:
We offer a curriculum that bridges the gap between your current expertise and the technical competence required to excel in the global market.
Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):
| Year | Main subjects |
| 1 | Applied Genetics, Physiology of Production Traits, Informatics and Computing, Applied Biochemistry, Microbiology, World Animal Husbandry, Aquatic Ecology and Hydrobiology, Livestock Judging, Fodder and Food Chemistry, Reproductive Biology, Biometry, Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics in Animal Breeding, Animal Nutrition, Feed Preparation, Processing, Mixing and Trading, Ecological Management of Animals, Inland Fisheries Management, Recording and Breeding Programs |
| 2 | Management, Molecular Genetics in Animal Breeding, Application of Biotechnology in Animal Breeding, Feed Analysis, Food Safety, Quality and Auditing, Scientific Writing, Meat and Milk Processing, Nutrition Therapy, Organisation of Breeding, Sectoral Economics and Planning, Management of Local Genetic Resources, Thesis |
Detailed information about the program's Curriculum and further information are available on the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences and Environmental Management's website.
Yes, students must complete a 4-week summer field practice.
Postgraduates may progress to a PhD or find employment in animal science research, lecturing, consultancy or other science-based sectors of the animal science industry.
Studying at the University of Debrecen puts you on the path towards an internationally recognized European degree. Our admission process consists of an online oral interview to assess your academic potential and personal motivation. We also offer a variety of academic scholarships and merit-based tuition fee discounts.
Applicants must have an English proficiency of at least Upper-B2 level as the program is fully taught in English. For your information, this is equivalent to:
Please note, that you are not strictly required to have a language exam certificate, your language skills will be assessed during the entrance interview.
Students applying to our graduate programs will participate in an interview where we assess their motivation, personal skills, and English proficiency.
Further information about the entrance exams can be found through the following website: Learn more about our entrance exams
Please note that the MSc in Animal Husbandry Engineering operates on a double-intake academic calendar. This program starts both in September and February of each year. The application deadline in the self-financed procedure is 15th June for the September intake, and 15th November for the February intake.
Please note: If you are applying for a scholarship, please note that the deadlines and application systems may differ. For further information, please consult our scholarship page.
Ensure your documents are submitted through the
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The tuition fee is 8,000 USD / year for this program.
This is supplemented by the application fee of $150 USD (one-time) and the entrance procedure fee of $350 USD that covers the examination and interview. Please note that the application and entrance procedure fees are non-refundable and must be paid via bank transfer to initiate the review process.
We offer a variety of academic scholarships and merit-based tuition fee discounts. Depending on your home country's regulations you might apply for federal loan while studying abroad as well. For detailed eligibility criteria and application deadlines, visit our dedicated website: View University of Debrecen International Scholarship Eligibility!
It's important to choose a program that actually helps you to get closer to your goals. At the University of Debrecen, our Animal Husbandry Engineering, MSc degree is built for motivated students aiming to succeed in the global technology and agriculture sector.
You can also meet our Student Ambassadors, check their testimonials or even contact them in case of non-academic questions. If you would like to know more about the student life or accommodations in Debrecen, visit our dedicated websites.
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