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The Bachelor’s Degree Course in Agronomy offers an education grounded in life and earth sciences, focusing on the study of natural resources such as soil, water, air and biodiversity. This is complemented with plant and animal production techniques and technologies, as well as an understanding of the socio-ecological processes that contribute to the sustainability of rural areas. The programme also aims to foster the economic development and revitalisation of the agricultural and agro-industrial sectors while ensuring the environmental quality of the land and agro-ecosystems.
Throughout the various curricular units, the aim is to cultivate diagnostic skills, foster a critical and creative approach to management proposals, project activities and governance systems and to encourage teamwork in multidisciplinary settings. At the same time, emphasis is placed on research capabilities, technical and scientific communication, knowledge management and innovation to support both social and entrepreneurial ventures.
This degree, with its applied and professional orientation, equips students with professional skills and knowledge, paving the way for further specialisation in subsequent courses of study.
Entrance Exams:
Examinations:
One of the following combinations:
[02] Biology and Geology
or
[02] Biology and Geology
[07] Physics and Chemistry
or
[02] Biology and Geology
[16] Mathematics
No. of Vacancies:
30 (subject to change)
Special Admissions
– Portuguese Diplomatic Mission Abroad
– Portuguese Grant Holders Abroad or Civil Servants on an Official Mission Abroad
– Officers of the Portuguese Armed Forces
– PALOP grant holders
– Accredited Foreign Diplomatic Mission in Portugal
– High Performance Sports Practitioners
– East-Timor Citizens
Special Entry Routes
Re-entry, Change of Combination/Institution/Course
Aims
The Bachelor’s Degree Course in Agronomy offers an education grounded in life and earth sciences, focusing on the study of natural resources such as soil, water, air and biodiversity. This is complemented with plant and animal production techniques and technologies, as well as an understanding of the socio-ecological processes that contribute to the sustainability of rural areas. The programme also aims to foster the economic development and revitalisation of the agricultural and agro-industrial sectors while ensuring the environmental quality of the land and agro-ecosystems.
Throughout the various curricular units, the aim is to cultivate diagnostic skills, foster a critical and creative approach to management proposals, project activities and governance systems and to encourage teamwork in multidisciplinary settings.
At the same time, emphasis is placed on research capabilities, technical and scientific communication, knowledge management and innovation to support both social and entrepreneurial ventures. This degree, with its applied and professional orientation, equips students with professional skills and knowledge, paving the way for further specialisation in subsequent courses of study.
Graduates in Agriculture specialising in Plant Production from ESA-IPVC can pursue their professional careers in:
Graduates in Agriculture specialising in Livestock Production from ESA-IPVC can pursue their professional careers in:
| Curricular Unit | Area | Type | Contact hours | ECTS | PUC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | MAT | S1 | T:14.00 | TP:32.00 | PL:32.00 | 6.00 | |
| Biology | CB | S1 | T:16.00 | PL:48.00 | 6.00 | |
| Chemistry and Biochemistry | CB | S1 | T:32.00 | PL:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Society and Information | CPS | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:30.00 | PL:16.00 | 6.00 | |
| Climatology and Geomorphology | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | PL:48.00 | 6.00 | |
| Agricultural Production | CAV | S2 | TP:24.00 | PL:32.00 | O:8.00 | 6.00 | |
| Physics | FEQ | S2 | TP:32.00 | PL:32.00 | 6.00 | |
| Microbiology | CB | S2 | T:16.00 | PL:48.00 | 6.00 | |
| Soil Science and Protection | CAV | S2 | T:16.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:40.00 | 6.00 | |
| Ecology | CA | S2 | T:16.00 | PL:36.00 | O:12.00 | 6.00 |
| Curricular Unit | Area | Type | Contact hours | ECTS | PUC Produção Vegetal | PUC Produção Animal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Statistics and Experimental Design | MAT | S1 | TP:16.00 | PL:48.00 | 6.00 | ||
| Cartography and Earth Observation Systems | CA | S1 | T:14.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:42.00 | 6.00 | ||
| Physiology and Plant Nutrition | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:22.00 | PL:32.00 | 6.00 | ||
| Florest Production and Management | CAV | S1 | T:14.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:32.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Forages, Pastures and Arable Crops | CAV | S1 | TP:30.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:16.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Ornamental Plants | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:36.00 | O:12.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Animal Anatomy and Morphology | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:22.00 | PL:16.00 | O:8.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Geographical Information Technologies | CA | S2 | T:14.00 | PL:62.00 | 6.00 | ||
| Agricultural pathology and entomology | CAV | S2 | T:16.00 | TP:38.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Fruit Crops | CAV | S2 | T:16.00 | TP:16.00 | TC:30.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Olericulture and Aromatic and Medicinal Plants | CAV | S2 | T:16.00 | TP:36.00 | O:12.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Nutrition and Animal Feeding | CAV | S2 | T:30.00 | TP:32.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Monogastric Production | CAV | S2 | T:14.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:32.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Irrigation Techniques | CAV | S2 | T:14.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:48.00 | 7.00 | ||
| Polygastric Production | CAV | S2 | T:14.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:32.00 | 6.00 | - |
| Curricular Unit | Area | Type | Contact hours | ECTS | PUC Produção Vegetal | PUC Produção Animal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics and Management | OLM | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:42.00 | S:6.00 | 6.00 | ||
| Viticultura e Enologia | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:16.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:16.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Mechanization and Operations Planning | CAV | S1 | T:14.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:48.00 | 7.00 | ||
| Materiais e Técnicas em Espaços Verdes | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | TP:24.00 | TC:16.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Planeamento e Ordenamento do Território | CA | S1 | T:14.00 | PL:62.00 | 6.00 | ||
| Technology of Animal Products | CAV | S1 | T:14.00 | PL:40.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Produção de Outras Espécies Animais | CAV | S1 | T:16.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:30.00 | 6.00 | - | |
| Políticas e Mercados Agrícolas | OLM | S2 | T:30.00 | TP:32.00 | 5.00 | ||
| Project Planning and Analysis | OLM | S2 | T:16.00 | TP:30.00 | PL:16.00 | 5.00 | ||
| Construção e Gestão de Espaços Verdes | CAV | S2 | T:14.00 | P:48.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Proteção Integrada das Culturas | CAV | S2 | T:16.00 | PL:46.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Instalações e Equipamentos | CAV | S2 | T:14.00 | P:48.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Higiene e Sanidade Animal | CAV | S2 | T:16.00 | TC:16.00 | PL:30.00 | 5.00 | - | |
| Estágio e Projeto Individual | CAV | S2 | - | 10.00 |
Employability Rate – 95%
More information at: http://infocursos.mec.pt/dges.asp?code=3161&codc=9003
Partner Institutions in the Scope of Erasmus+ Mobility Programmes:
National Partnerships
Course Prizes
Accreditation and Registration
Accreditation for six years in 2014 |
Vacancy Limit: 35
Initial Registration: R/A-Cr 87/2014 of 18/06/2014
More information from the Agency for Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education-A3ES: https://www.a3es.pt/pt/resultados-acreditacao/agronomia-4
General Information
180 ECTS |
6 Semesters |
CNAEF 621 Agriculture and Livestock Production |
Code: 9003
Qualification: Bachelor
Note: It replaces the previous degree in Agricultural Engineering.
Alternative Paths
Branches: Crop Production; Livestock Production