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The Plant Protection, MSc at the University of Debrecen (UD) develops experts capable of integrating advanced biological knowledge with modern pest management techniques. Students in this major gain the specialized skills necessary to safeguard crop health and ensure agricultural productivity within complex ecological systems.| | The program starts in September of each year. | |
| | All courses are taught in English; therefore, a B2 level English proficiency is required. | |
| | Applicants intending to join this master programme should hold an undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in a relevant field of science or related area. | |
| | 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 aim of the Plant Protection Programme is to train specialists of plant protection who are able to fulfill directional, managing, organizing, consulting, regulating and marketing tasks, based on their wide theoretical and practical knowledge to prevent losses during crop production. Such experts are able to identify the organisms, which are threatening healthy plants (incl. pathogens, pests and weeds) and they get acquainted with their biology and reproduction, and also with the effects and mechanisms of pesticides concerning even the environment and humane hygiene, moreover apply integrated viewpoints of alternatives of chemical protection. They can prevent harms and damages caused by different pests or environmental effects, and they are applying procedures of ecological and integrated plant protection in order to reduce the pesticide-load of the environment. In their work they are always attentive to the safety of food, processors, consumers and the environment. Having a degree in higher education they are permitted to use restricted chemicals which might be special risks for the environment. The further aim is to prepare the interested and inspired students for research work and PhD training in the fields of plant protection.
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 | Chemistry of plant protection, Environmental protection and ecotoxicology, Crop production, General plant pathology and diagnostics, Plant protection zoology and ecology, Herbology, Molecular biology, Plant protectional mycology, Plant protection entomology I., Plant protectional application technology, Horticulture, Biological plant protection and biotechnology I., Human hygiene and first aids, Thesis project work I. |
| 2 | Biological plant protection and biotechnology II., Precision plant protection and nutrient replenishment, Applied plant biology, biotechnology and resistance, Forecasting and integrated pest management, Plant protection law and administration, food safety, Outlines of plant pathology I, Plant protection entomology II., Weed biology, Outlines of plant pathology II., Plant protection entomology III., Weed management, Integrated pest management (IPM), Thesis project work II-III. |
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 field practice.
Earning a degree at the University of Debrecen in Hungary provides an EU-accredited qualification recognized across the globe. The admission process is conducted entirely online, featuring an oral entrance interview designed to evaluate subject-specific knowledge and personal motivation. We also offer a variety of academic merit-based scholarships for our students.
Applicants intending to join this master programme should hold an undergraduate degree (BSc or equivalent) in a relevant field of science or related area. Degree qualifications are assessed individually in accordance with the diploma (Degree Certificate) and its attachments, and/or with the Report of Study (Index). Acceptable and preferable courses: natural sciences, technical and social sciences, horticultural production, plant protection, crop production, agricultural economics, according to the comparison determined in the law of higher education and the related ministerial decrees (e.g. 18/2016. /VIII. 5./ EMMI order).
Applicants must have an English proficiency of at least Upper-Intermediate / 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 Plant Protection operates on a single-intake academic calendar. This program starts in September each year. The application deadline in the self-financed procedure is 15th June for the September 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.
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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 Plant Protection, MSc degree is made for those who want to get hands-on practice and extended knowledge in Plant Protection.
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