Agri-Food Engineering and Rural Environment

The Bachelor's Degree in Agri-Food Engineering and Rural Environment at Jaume I University offers students a comprehensive education in the sustainable management and technological development of agricultural and rural landscapes. This program is designed to equip future engineers with the necessary skills to address the complex challenges faced by modern agriculture, food production, and rural development. Throughout the course, students will gain a deep understanding of the physical, biological, and technological processes involved in the production, processing, and management of agricultural products, as well as the environmental considerations essential for sustainable development.

The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, emphasizing innovation and the adoption of new technologies in agriculture and food industries. Students will study subjects related to crop production, soil management, livestock, food technology, environmental impact assessment, and the integration of renewable energy sources in rural areas. Special focus is also placed on the development of sustainable farming practices, resource efficiency, waste management, and the preservation of biodiversity in rural environments.

Throughout their studies, students engage in laboratory work, field visits, internships, and project-based learning, enabling them to apply theoretical concepts in real-world settings. The program fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, preparing graduates to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams. It also emphasizes the importance of entrepreneurship and innovation in the agri-food sector, encouraging students to develop solutions that improve productivity while minimizing environmental impacts.

Graduates of this program will be well-prepared for careers in agricultural companies, food industries, environmental consulting, rural development agencies, and research institutions. They will also have the skills needed to implement sustainable practices, optimize resource use, and contribute to the development of rural areas through technological and environmental improvements. With a curriculum aligned with current industry standards and environmental policies, the Agri-Food Engineering and Rural Environment program aims to cultivate professionals who will drive the future of sustainable agriculture and rural development worldwide.

Detailed Course Facts

Tuition fee no especificado Fecha de Inicio Septiembre 2015 Créditos (ECTS) 240 ECTS
Tiempo completo 48 meses Idiomas Take an IELTS test

• Spanish

Modo de enseñanza Cara a cara Variante educativa Tiempo completo

Course Content

El grado en Ingeniería Agroalimentaria y del Medio Rural, especialidad en Hortofruticultura y Jardinería, pretende formar técnicos y técnicas capaces de intervenir, reflexiva y responsablemente, en todos los procesos implicados en la producción vegetal.
Desde la gestión del material vegetal, base de los cultivos, la dotación de infraestructuras necesarias para el cultivo (instalaciones de riego, invernaderos, etc.), el proceso productivo, así como la conservación y la comercialización de los productos y servicios que se generan.

Requisitos

El acceso a la universidad se puede llevar a cabo por diferentes vías:

-Bachillerato+ PAU

-Ciclos formativos de grado superior

-Personas mayores de 25 años

-Personas mayores de 40 años

-Personas mayores de 45 años

-Estudiantado con titulación universitaria

-Estudiantado con estudios cursados en el extranjero

Experiencia laboral

Ninguna experiencia laboral es necesaria.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than Universitat Jaume I.

Accreditation

La Universitat Jaume I de Castelló (UJI) és la universitat pública del nord de la Comunitat Valenciana, un territori de la costa mediterrània europea situat entre les metròpolis de València i Barcelona. Creada l’any 1991, l’UJI s’ha posicionat com una universitat de proximitat caracteritzada pel tracte personalitzat, l’agilitat dels procediments administratius i un significatiu nivell de participació dels seus membres en la vida universitària, gràcies entre altres factors a una població de còmodes dimensions –amb uns 15.000 estudiants– i un campus integrat, d’instal·lacions modernes, funcionals i sostenibles.