- Degree
- Master of Science (M. Sc.)
- Admission restriction
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No
- Application period
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28 April 2026 – 7 June 2026
- Contact
- Part-time study
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Please indicate in your application if you wish to study on a part-time basis.
Master’s programme in Resilient Horticulture: What to expect
The Master’s programme in Resilient Horticulture not only enables you to acquire in-depth knowledge of international horticulture but also offers opportunities to broaden your horizons and understanding cultural, geographical and social issues in different countries. This will broaden your mind from a national perspective to incorporate international horticultural requirements, networks and trends. Studying international horticultural science at HSWT will prepare you to take on management roles in companies that have close links with overseas production – or wish to employ you in their operations abroad.
International commodity flows between the southern and northern hemispheres require international knowledge, taking account of the respective countries’ regulations and quality requirements. The sustainable and resilient production and marketing of horticultural crops involves specific challenges and calls for both cultural and cultivation-specific knowledge, including social aspects.
After successfully completing the degree programme, you will be able to act with confidence on the international stage, applying the knowledge gained during your studies.
Topics on the Master’s programme in Resilient Horticulture
The Master’s programme in Resilient Horticulture has a strong international focus, which encourages students to engage intensively with globally networked cultivation. It enables students to further their knowledge of scientific practice and engage with sustainable business management.
Objectives:
- You will learn to analyse and optimise production and supply systems for horticultural products, set against the background of sustainability and resilience.
- You will create prospects for the future in regions lacking sufficient income opportunities.
- You will become a specialist in international agricultural and food industry issues by developing production systems and marketing opportunities.
Master’s in Resilient Horticulture: Programme structure
In the winter semester, the programme covers two blocks: “Research, Management and Communication Methods” and “Resilient Plant Production”. In the summer semester, you will acquire in-depth knowledge in the areas of “Management”, “Food Technology” and “Technology”. You will strengthen your management skills and further your knowledge of key links in the international horticulture value chain and of international horticultural sciences more broadly – always focusing in sustainability and resilience. At the same time, you will have ample opportunity to develop your language skills and refine your profile through our range of elective modules.
Following the two theoretical semesters, you will apply and develop your international horticulture skills in the practical semester. This is an opportunity for you to grow your network in Germany, Europe and around the world. You can gain in-depth insights into your future duties as a manager in an international company or at an institution specialising in applied horticultural research. A parallel module during the practical semester will help you stay in touch with the university and your classmates.
In your final semester, you will produce your Master’s thesis. This allows you to apply the knowledge you have acquired to a practically relevant research topic. Your aim will be to develop solutions to current issues in global horticulture and continue your development in your chosen specialism. A collective Master’s seminar with your classmates will provide opportunities for interdisciplinary exchange and promote networking in your future professional field.
Master’s in Resilient Horticulture: Programme structure
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Winter semester
Module ECTS Intercultural Competence and Communication 5 Research Methods 5 Post Harvest Quality Management 5 Quality Chain Management 5 Electives (see Module Handbook) 2 x 5 -
Summer semester
Module ECTS Advanced Irrigation Technologies 5 Resilient Specialty Crop Production 5 Sustainable Business Management 5 Electives (see Module Handbook) 3 x 5 -
3rd semester
Module ECTS Internship 20 Accompanying course 10 -
4th semester
Module ECTS Master’s seminar 5 Master’s thesis (with colloquium) 25
Structure for part-time students
Please note: This is an example. Other arrangements are possible.
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1st winter semester
Module ECTS Intercultural Competence and Communication 5 Research Methods 5 Post Harvest Quality Management 5 -
1st summer semester
Module ECTS Advanced Irrigation Technologies 5 Resilient Specialty Crop Production 5 Sustainable Business Management 5 -
2nd winter semester
Module ECTS Quality Chain Management 5 Electives (see Module Handbook) 2 x 5 -
2nd summer semester
Module ECTS Electives (see Module Handbook) 3 x 5 -
5th semester
Module ECTS Internship 20 Accompanying course 10 -
6th semester
Module ECTS Master’s seminar 5 Master’s thesis (with colloquium) 25
Career prospects with a Master's in Resilient Horticulture
As a manager on the global stage, you will be able to build a career at any point in the entire value chain in the international horticultural industry. Whether you go on to hold a management position in your own business or an international horticultural company, secure an advisory role to authorities, private companies, governments and NGOs, or join an institution dedicated to applied horticultural research – is entirely up to you. The breadth of the degree programme, opportunities to build your profile and forge an international network open up excellent prospects in all these areas.
Key benefits of the Master’s in Resilient Horticulture at HSWT
Intercultural
Collaborate to create resilient crops: the programme teaches a culturally sensitive approach to global collaboration.
International
HSWT has partnerships that enable you to forge an international network, growing and sharing your knowledge of horticultural science.
Practical
We encourage you to apply your newly acquired knowledge in practice – in study projects, field trips and, of course, during the practical semester abroad.
Master’s programme in Resilient Science: Admission requirements
Admission to the Master’s programme in Resilient Horticulture is subject to the following requirements:
Undergraduate degree
A completed university degree (with a final grade of 2.5 or better) from the following Bachelor’s degree programmes at HSWT: Horticulture, Agriculture in Triesdorf, Agriculture in Weihenstephan or Agribusiness – or an equivalent degree from a university with a grade of 2.5 or better according to the German grading scale in the field of horticulture, agricultural sciences or another related field.
A degree programme is considered equivalent if it enables graduates to demonstrate basic knowledge in the following core areas:
- Natural sciences (min. 10 ECTS)
- Technics in the field of horticultural or agricultural sciences (min. 10 ECTS)
- Economics in the field of horticultural or agricultural sciences (min. 10 ECTS)
- Plant cultivation sciences (min. 15 ECTS)
The Examining Commitee makes determinations on equivalence, taking of account Art. 86(1) BayHIG.
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English language skills
You must provide proof of English language proficiency of Level B2 or higher (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). Please check the information on accepted language certificates.
You do not need to submit an English certificate if you have an English-language Bachelor’s degree, an equivalent English-language undergraduate degree or a relevant higher education entrance qualification from an English-language educational institution.
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Early admission to the degree programme
You can start your degree programme before completing your undergraduate degree. You should submit written confirmation that will you complete your diploma/Bachelor’s degree programme during the first semester together with your application documents. You must provide proof that you have successfully completed your undergraduate degree programme with a minimum grade of 2.5 (in the German grading system) by the end of the first semester. If you fail to do so, you will be exmatriculated.
Please refer to the general page for applications to HSWT for further information.
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Preliminary Review Documentation (VPD) / APS
Applicants who completed their undergraduate degree outside of Germany must obtain Preliminary Review Documentation (Vorprüfungsdokumentation – VPD) from uni-assist to apply for the Resilient Horticulture degree programme – and, if applicable, APS certification. Please refer to our detailed information for international applicants.
