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Sustainable International AgricultureSustainable International Agriculture (SIA), MSc
Master of Science (M.Sc.)
About the Program
The MSc Sustainable International Agriculture (SIA) is a joint degree program of two German Universities: The University of Kassel in Witzenhausen (Organic Agricultural Sciences) and the University of Göttingen (Agricultural Sciences). All SIA modules are taught in English. The study programme is internationally oriented and offers three possibilities for specialisation: International Agribusiness and Rural Development Economics (focusing on analysing socio-economic interactions between individuals, resources and markets in agriculture), International Organic Agriculture (focusing on organic agriculture under different natural, economic and socio-cultural conditions), and Tropical Agricultural and Agroecosystems Sciences (focusing on sustainable agricultural land use of integrated tropical and subtropical agro-ecosystems). Depending on the specialisation, the courses take place in Göttingen or at campus Witzenhausen. The programme addresses the ecological and socio-economic interactions of natural and agrarian systems in a global context, using state of the art research methods within a supportive research and learning environment.
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The MSc Sustainable International Agriculture (SIA) is a joint degree program of two German Universities: The University of Kassel in Witzenhausen (Organic Agricultural Sciences) and the University of Göttingen (Agricultural Sciences). All SIA modules are taught in English. The study programme is internationally oriented and offers three possibilities for specialisation: International Agribusiness and Rural Development Economics (focusing on analysing socio-economic interactions between individuals, resources and markets in agriculture), International Organic Agriculture (focusing on organic agriculture under different natural, economic and socio-cultural conditions), and Tropical Agricultural and Agroecosystems Sciences (focusing on sustainable agricultural land use of integrated tropical and subtropical agro-ecosystems). Depending on the specialisation, the courses take place in Göttingen or at campus Witzenhausen. The programme addresses the ecological and socio-economic interactions of natural and agrarian systems in a global context, using state of the art research methods within a supportive research and learning environment.
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How do I apply to Sustainable International Agriculture at Universität Kassel?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Sustainable International Agriculture at Universität Kassel
Is Sustainable International Agriculture at Universität Kassel taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Sustainable International Agriculture 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 Sustainable International Agriculture at Universität Kassel? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 Sustainable International Agriculture? ▼
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 Universität Kassel — 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.