Massey’s Master of Agribusiness is an internationally recognised qualification. You will gain the research and professional skills required across the value chain from farm production to agri-food marketing.

Key skills you will learn include:

advanced knowledge of agribusiness and agri-food value chains
solving real world complex problems by application of appropriate methodologies
communicating clearly the results of investigations
working effectively in small teams and applying advanced knowledge of agribusiness to effective solutions to agribusiness issues in an ethical and culturally appropriate way.
The Master of Agribusiness is a research-focused degree with a dissertation component. Our close links with industry and agribusiness faculty globally will help you identify relevant research topics that specifically address strategic agribusiness-related issues.

Massey’s agribusiness programme aligns itself with agribusiness industries throughout the world - ensuring our graduates have the skills and industry knowledge employers want today, and in the future.

The MSc in Forest and Nature Management at the University of Copenhagen focuses on the sustainable management and use of forest and natural areas by integrating ecological, economic, and social perspectives. The program covers forest biology, soil and ecological cycles, economics, legislation, strategic management, planning, and conflict resolution. Students engage in thematic courses, electives, and practical fieldwork, culminating in a master’s thesis. Graduates are prepared for diverse careers in both public and private sectors, including roles in ministries, municipalities, consultancy firms, forest management, nature restoration projects, and research. The program provides strong competencies in sustainable forest and nature management for global applicability.

The program covers sustainability, nutrition, breeding, genetics, animal behavior, and production management. Students are challenged to develop sustainable solutions considering people, animals, and the environment. Specializations and thesis work allow tailoring the academic profile. Graduates are prepared for careers in agriculture, industry, research, public management, and entrepreneurship related to sustainable animal production.

The program is offered in English at the Frederiksberg Campus and will transfer to the University of Aarhus after September 2026.

The program offers two main specializations: Plant Science and Production and Environment. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience through lectures, exercises, group projects, fieldwork, and excursions.

Students gain scientific and professional competencies essential for research, innovation, and sustainable development in agriculture. The curriculum includes compulsory courses, electives, and a master's thesis. Students can also undertake a practical project in collaboration with companies or institutions, as well as opportunities to study abroad.

Graduates are prepared for diverse careers such as advisory roles in crop production and environmental sectors, research and innovation in plant protection and technologies, policy development, and teaching in academic or public settings. The program is delivered in English and emphasizes sustainable solutions and resource management within agriculture.

The program covers topics such as:

• Economic incentives in food production and consumption
• Industrial organization and innovation in the food sector
• Analysis of agribusiness value chains from farm to fork
• International economics, development, and policy

Students have freedom to tailor their studies through elective courses and can participate in projects or study abroad opportunities.

Graduates are prepared for careers in banks, international organizations, ministries, consultancy firms, agricultural companies, and academia focusing on agricultural and food economics.

This overview is based on official University of Copenhagen program descriptions.

The Master’s program in Surveying, Planning and Land Management at Aalborg University offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary education combining law, mathematics, technology, and geography. It equips students with expertise in sustainability, administration of natural resources, physical planning of urban and rural areas, property rights, geographic information technology, and surveying and mapping methods.

Key highlights include:

• Focus on solving real-life problems using problem-based learning.
• Core courses include surveying, geoinformatics, land management, positioning, and spatial analytics.
• Opportunities to do internships or study abroad to gain practical experience.
• Preparedness for careers in planning, surveying, mapping, geoinformatics, consultancy, public administration, NGOs, and research.
• Emphasis on contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals through land governance and management.

The study is offered both at the Aalborg and Copenhagen campuses with a duration of 2 years full-time. Language of instruction is English, with a mix of project work, coursework, and a master's thesis.

The program is designed to make graduates well-rounded professionals capable of addressing contemporary challenges in land use and sustainable development from multiple perspectives.

Degree: Master of Science (MSc), titled Food Safety and Quality Engineer

Faculty & Institute: Faculty of Agricultural, Food Sciences and Environmental Management — Institute of Food Science 

Duration & Credits: 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totaling 120 ECTS

Language of Instruction: English, with required proficiency demonstrated via TOEFL (min. 547) or IELTS (min. 6.0); alternatives include oral exam or Skype interview

Program Snapshot

• Degree Awarded: Master of Science (MSc), qualifying graduates as Crop Production Engineers
• Faculty & Institute: Offered by the Faculty of Agricultural, Food Sciences and Environmental Management, under the Institute of Crop Sciences
• Program Duration & Credits: 4 semesters (approx. 2 years), totaling 120 ECTS
• Language of Instruction: English

This program aims to deepen undergraduate expertise through a mix of applied and research-driven learning, centered on four key thematic pillars:

• Natural Resource Management
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Environmental Technologies
• Environmental Informatics

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

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 Resourses, Thesis

This programme focuses on the sustainable utilization of the aquatic environment and its resources, and the development of sustainable aquaculture production.

It centres on fisheries, oceanography, and the management of aquatic resources—and addresses the challenges associated with sustainable fisheries and aquaculture as well as maintenance of healthy ecosystems under changing environments.

The MSc in Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture is based at the DTU campus in Hirtshals - right by the sea and close to the Danish fishing and aquaculture industry. This is the ideal opportunity for you if you want to stay up to date with the latest research while doing exciting work in the field.