Horticulture (B.Sc.)

With a forward-looking range of subjects related to practice and interesting research projects, Geisenheim University offers an optimal start in horticulture whether your interest is rural or urban-based. Natural sciences, economics and technical foundations are all part of the curriculum. In addition, a variety of main topics in all cultivation areas is offered, from the efficiency of resources to organic cultivation and urban horticulture as well as breeding, marketing and sales of plants; rosy career prospects indeed!

Knowledge of German language at B2-level is a requirement for this degree program, and details of which proof will be accepted can be found here. For further information about the program, please go to the German pages. An overview of our English language degree programs can be found here.

Your Contact for Degree Program and Pre-Study Internship Advice

Eike Kaim
Dipl.-Ing. Agr. Eike Kaim
Building 5903
Room 04
Phone +49 6722 502 384
Eike.Kaim(at)hs-gm.de Details
Facts, Deadlines and General Requirements at a Glance
Academic degree Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
Standard study period 7 semesters
Start winter semester
Admission requirement Allgemeine Hochschulreife, Fachhochschulreife, fachgebundene Hochschulreife or equivalent recognized vocational qualification
Admission restrictions none
Pre-study work experience requirement for degree program 13-week internship with at least 8 weeks completed prior to studies
Practical component of degree program practical project, job practical semester
Specialization Vocational School teacher for Horticulture
Degree program advice Dipl.-Ing. Agr. Eike Kaim
Pre-study internship advice Dipl.-Ing. Agr. Eike Kaim
Master degree program Horticultural Science (M.Sc.)
Application from May until start of lectures winter semester, applicants with foreign qualifications should apply by September 1 via uni-assist