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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master German 🌾 Agriculture, Forestry & Nutrition

Livestock Sciences

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

About the Program

The Master's degree programme Livestock Sciences deals with the fundamentals and interrelationships for the production of high-quality food on a national as well as an international level. This includes questions of nutrition, breeding, production technology, preventive protection against diseases and the quality of the products produced. The degree programme deals with the following fields: Animal husbandry and husbandry biology, Animal nutrition and nutritional physiology, Animal breeding and domestic animal genetics.
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The Master's degree programme Livestock Sciences deals with the fundamentals and interrelationships for the production of high-quality food on a national as well as an international level. This includes questions of nutrition, breeding, production technology, preventive protection against diseases and the quality of the products produced. The degree programme deals with the following fields: Animal husbandry and husbandry biology, Animal nutrition and nutritional physiology, Animal breeding and domestic animal genetics.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Animal Nutrition Animal Breeding Animal Husbandry Nutritional Physiology Domestic Animal Genetics

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Livestock Sciences at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Livestock Sciences at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Livestock Sciences programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Livestock Sciences at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Livestock Sciences?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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