Vegetable grower - agronomist, teacher-researcher

Programme Description

70811003 – Vegetable, Melon and Potato Production is a master's degree specialization aimed at preparing highly qualified professionals in modern technologies for the cultivation of vegetable, melon and potato crops, plant breeding and seed production, quality improvement of agricultural products, and the development of scientifically based agrotechnologies. The specialization is focused on organizing research, educational, and production activities within the agricultural sector.

Curriculum and Study Plan

During their studies, master's students acquire knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• Contemporary Issues in Vegetable Production;
• Agrotechnology of Melon Crops;
• Potato Production and Seed Systems;
• Plant Breeding and Genetics;
• Plant Physiology;
• Agrochemistry and Soil Fertility;
• Plant Protection;
• Product Storage and Processing Technologies;
• Research Methodology;
• Agricultural Innovations;
• Academic Writing;
• Scientific and Pedagogical Activity.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

• improve technologies for cultivating vegetable, melon, and potato crops;
• organize plant breeding and seed production activities;
• develop scientific recommendations to increase crop yields and product quality;
• analyze and manage agrotechnological processes;
• conduct scientific research and implement findings in practice;
• implement innovative projects in agricultural enterprises.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue careers as:

• researchers in vegetable production;
• agronomy specialists;
• plant breeders;
• specialists in seed production enterprises;
• managers and specialists of agro-clusters and farming enterprises;
• lecturers in agricultural educational institutions;
• employees of research institutes and agricultural research centers.