Double Master’s Degree in 2 years
Master’s Degree in Organic Agriculture – MAB (PUC)
Master’s Degree in Integrated Sustainability of Agricultural Systems – SISTA (UNIMORE)
At the Glance
- Duration: 2 years
- Teaching languages: Portuguese and Italian
- Mobility: 6 month during the second year
About the programme
The Double Master’s Degree in Organic Agriculture and Integrated Sustainability of Agricultural Systems combines the complementary expertise of PUC and UNIMORE in sustainable agriculture, organic farming, agroecology and agri-food systems.
Students study at both universities, experiencing different agricultural contexts, teaching approaches and research environments.
The programme integrates scientific and technical knowledge with a systemic approach to environmental, economic and social sustainability. Through international mobility, practical learning and research opportunities, students develop the competences needed to analyse complex agricultural challenges, identify innovative solutions and contribute to the sustainable transformation of agricultural and agri-food systems.
Main academic areas
Sustainable and organic agricultural production – agroecology, crop and livestock systems, soil fertility and biodiversity
Agricultural innovation and technologies – sustainable production processes, advanced agricultural technologies and innovation
Farm and agri-food system management – agricultural economics, business management, rural development and green entrepreneurship
Integrated sustainability – environmental, economic and social dimensions of agricultural and agri-food systems
Who is it for?
- Students interested in sustainable and organic agriculture
- Students seeking two Master’s degrees through an international academic experience combining two European agricultural contexts
- Future professionals aiming to contribute to the sustainable transformation of agricultural and agri-food systems
What will you gain?
- Two officially recognised Master’s degrees, awarded by PUC and UNIMORE
- An international and interdisciplinary profile in sustainable agriculture and agri-food systems
- Practical and research experience across two academic and agricultural environments
- Broader professional, academic, intercultural and language experience and networks
Programme Structure
- Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
- Language: the Double Degree pathway is delivered in Portuguese at PUC and Italian at UNIMORE, while English serves as the official language for communication and interaction between students and partner institutions.
- Mobility: During the second year, students undertake a mandatory mobility period of at least six months (30 ECTS) at the partner university, with financial support available through Erasmus+.
Year 1
Study at PUC
Study at UNIMORE
Year 2
Study at least six months at UNIMORE
Study at least six months at PUC
Admission Requirements
Students must be enrolled in one of the participating Master’s programmes and meet the academic and mobility requirements established by their home and host institutions. Selection and admission procedures are managed by the participating universities. The second-year mobility is organised within the agreed Double Degree study pathway and Erasmus+ framework.
