In detail

The Master’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering opens a window of professional opportunities in several key sectors, from the management of farms and ranches to the development of sustainable infrastructure projects, technical consultancy and research. Graduates of this master’s degree are highly qualified to lead the change towards a more innovative, sustainable and efficient agricultural sector.

• Rural and agro-industrial infrastructure and forestry industry consulting firms
• Technical engineering offices, both as an independent professional and in official organizations, research centers or teaching.
• Public companies dedicated to projects, works management or appropriations.
• Public Administration where project management or supervision functions stand out.
• Companies in the sector of environmental engineering and renewable energies, or consultants, public companies, or from the administration or as self-employed.
• International cooperation organizations and NGOs
• Companies implementing new technologies in agroforestry production systems.
• Director of Agricultural and Livestock Operations
• Production Manager in Agroalimentary Industries
• Agricultural and Agro-industrial Consultant
• Agroindustrial Project Manager
• Director of Agroindustrial Companies
• Specialist in Sustainability and Environment
• Responsible for Rural and Urban Infrastructures
• Researcher in the Agronomic Field
• International Projects Manager
• Entrepreneur in the Agricultural and Agro-industrial Sector
• Environmental Impact Assessor

The requirements for access to this degree are those established generally in Royal Decree 822/2021, in the wording given in Article 18. Likewise, the requirements established in the Regulations for Pre-registration and Admission to University Master’s Degrees at the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV) are also applicable.

• Official Spanish university degree of Graduate in Agri-Food and Rural Engineering or equivalent, issued by universities and higher education institutions of a country of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) that in this country allows to work as an agricultural engineer in Spain and access to Master’s studies.
• Degrees from educational systems that are not part of the EHEA, which are equivalent to the Degree in Agri-Food and Rural Engineering or equivalent, approved in Spain by the Ministry of Education, provided that in the country where this degree has been issued it allows access to postgraduate level studies.
• D’un títol universitari oficial corresponent a l’ordenació prèvia a l’EEES d’acord amb el que es disposa en la disposició addicional primera del Reial decret 822/2021: Títol oficial d’enginyer tècnic agrícola amb complements formatius.
• Exceptionally, students of a Degree in Agri-Food and Rural Engineering in Spain or the EHEA may be admitted on a conditional basis if they still have to pass the TFG and a maximum of 9 ECTS credits, which in any case together (TFG and subjects) may exceed 30 ECTS credits. Undergraduate students may also be admitted if they have failed to accredit the knowledge of a foreign language required to obtain a bachelor’s degree.

The School of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering (ETSIAMN) of the Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV) offers various opportunities for both research and access to doctoral programs, especially in areas related to agricultural engineering, agribusiness, environmental management and other related fields.

Research at ETSIAMN:

ETSIAMN has a strong focus on applied research, with multiple groups and projects that address key issues such as:

• Agricultural innovation: Development of new technologies and methods for sustainable agriculture, such as the use of sensors, automation and intelligent systems.
• Renewable energy and resource management: Research in renewable energy sources applied to agriculture, as well as efficient management of natural resources.
• Intelligent irrigation systems: Development of advanced infrastructure for efficient irrigation, based on technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and remote sensors. These systems allow adjusting the doses of water and nutrients according to the real needs of the crops, which saves water resources and reduces the environmental impact.
• Precision agriculture: Design of systems that allow real-time monitoring of crop, soil and environmental conditions. This is achieved through the use of sensors, drones and satellite technologies to obtain accurate data that help in decision making.
• Biotechnology: Research focused on improving agricultural productivity through biotechnology, including bioremediation and crop improvement.
• Environment and climate change: Projects on soil management, ecosystem conservation and mitigation of the effects of climate change on agriculture.
• Agricultural policy and business management: To investigate how agricultural policies can influence business strategy, innovation and the adoption of new technologies, especially in rural economies and sectors with limited access to resources.
• Marketing and sustainability policies: To examine how public policies related to agricultural sustainability can be effectively communicated to consumers, integrating digital marketing to promote responsible practices and improve the perception of sustainable products.

To access a doctorate in the ETSIAMN of the UPV, it is generally required:

• Hold a master’s degree in an area related to agricultural engineering or related fields, although people with a higher degree in related areas can also apply, depending on the program.
• Propose a research topic that aligns with the school’s research groups and scientific lines.
• Apply for a thesis supervisor: In many cases, it is necessary to contact a professor or researcher at ETSIAMN who will become the supervisor of your doctoral thesis. It is important that your research proposal coincides with the areas of specialization of this director.

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• ETSEAMN International Office