Mission of the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences

In terms of both teaching and research, this faculty contributes significantly to the development and evaluation of sustainable production techniques in agricultural and nutrition sciences, as well as to the preservation of rural areas and animal welfare, consumer and environmental protection. Its primary research focuses on the on-going development of theories and methods of agricultural and life sciences.

Its problem-solving, practically-based and process-oriented applied research focuses on finding solutions for global social problems. The faculty will expand into the following primary research fields by 2018:

global food security
climate change and scarcity of resources
adding value through bioenergy and biobased products
genome diversity in agriculture

digitalisation in the agricultural sector and big data

The faculty’s research and teaching meet the highest standards of quality. They are part of system-oriented, interdisciplinary networks, both nationally and internationally. Students and scientists of tomorrow can enjoy an excellent academic education in their relevant subject-based fields and also receive support in their personal development and in acquiring key qualifications.

Further Information

Study programmes

Check out our degree programmes and find the one that suits you best and meets your aspirations.

Doctorate

At the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, about 60 young researchers annually earn their doctorate in agricultural sciences (doctor scientiarum agriculturae - Dr. sc. agr.).