Bachelor of International PhD Programme for Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Rural Development (IPPAE) at University of Hohenheim

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Study International PhD Programme for Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Rural Development (IPPAE) at University of Hohenheim, a Bachelor degree offered on the Stuttgart campus in Ostfildern, Germany. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 3 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for October 1, 2026.

About Bachelor of International PhD Programme for Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Rural Development (IPPAE)

This PhD programme is offered to candidates from developing countries (DAC) from all over the world. It is intended to provide excellent and motivated candidates with the opportunity to strengthen their research and analytical skills throughout the process of conducting a PhD. The PhD programme includes a German language course, subject courses, research design for the dissertation, field work in the home country, development analysis and future strategies as well as the writing of the dissertation. The dissertation addresses an important problem of agricultural development at the micro or macro level or a related field, such as environment or rural development in the candidate's home country. The aim is to qualify the candidates as researchers and teachers who are then able to analyse problems and develop solutions for their home countries in a systematic way. Most former students act as multipliers at universities or other institutions in their home countries today. This objective is supported by many ongoing co-operations and continuing exchange activities following studies in Giessen or Hohenheim.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of International PhD Programme for Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Rural Development (IPPAE) at University of Hohenheim

Entry Requirements

Outstanding MSc or MA in agricultural economics, economics, environmental sciences or rural development, obtained not more than six years prior to application Candidates are expected to have relevant work experience, such as at least two years of work experience as a scientist at an institute of higher education or at a research institute in their home country. Preference is given to candidates whose employers offer a reintegration guarantee. Before beginning the PhD work, candidates must: pass a German language course exam pass the coursework exam in agricultural economics at Giessen or Hohenheim Universities within the first year of the programme include a research proposal on a relevant topic in their home country with the application documents

Fee Information

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application to: University of Hohenheim DAAD/PhD Office (490C) Wollgrasweg 43 70599 Stuttgart [email protected] Interested candidates may apply to one or both universities. Applications to the Giessen proramme and the Hohenheim programme are independent of each other.

Bachelor of International PhD Programme for Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Rural Development (IPPAE) at University of Hohenheim

University of Hohenheim

Germany, Ostfildern