Master Program in Global Agriculture Technology and Genomic Science
Taipei, Taiwan
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 5,000 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
The Master Program in Global Agriculture Technology and Genomic Science (Global ATGS) is a cross- and inter-disciplinary program and aims to train international talent in emerging agricultural biotechnology and smart agriculture. There are two specialized tracks in the program:
- Digital Agriculture Science and Technology
- Genomic Science and Breeding Technology
In order to increase students’ competitiveness, the curriculum centers around the development of innovative core technologies and strategies to improve agriculture production efficiency; also, along with research training, students will be equipped with the following professional competencies: genome science research, breeding science and technology, smart farming system, plant factory, and food science and technology.
On top of encouraging students to understand the impact of modern technology on agricultural development, the structure of the curriculum corresponds to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a means of encouraging students to reflect upon the tight-knit relationship between agricultural development and global environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the program also offers internship opportunities in international research institutes and agriculture-related businesses so that students can stay informed of the latest trends in the industry as well as the practical application of what they’ve learned in class.
Program Features
- International connections
NTU has been collaborating with international research organizations such as Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture, International Rice Research Institute and World Vegetable Center. Students have opportunities to involve in the research projects on an international scale and accumulate fieldwork experiences.
- Hands-on training
Students not only gain advanced knowledge in contemporary agriculture but also acquire plenty of hands-on training and internship to be ready for career development.
- Field visits
Field visits are arranged to help students to understand the practical applications and strengthen the connections with the industry.
- Internship Opportunities
We provide solid hands-on training and internship programs, which ensure you to be ready for your career development. Also, we arrange field visits to help you to understand the practical applications, strengthen your connections with the industry. We partner with domestic and international institutions with focus in Biotech, Digital Agriculture and Agriculture; such as World Vegetable Center, CH Biotech, and GEOSAT.
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Curriculum
The objective of this program is that students possess advanced knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in contemporary agriculture.
There are two main focuses of this program.
- Digital Agriculture Science and Technology
- Genomic Science and Breeding Technology
The graduates are expected to achieve the core competencies, including Genome Science Research, Breeding Science and Technology, Bioinformatics, Smart Farming System, Plant Factory, Food Science and Technology.
Compulsory Courses
- Global Agriculture Technology Foresight
- Scientific Writing and Presentations
- Seminar
- Research Training
- Thesis
Elective Courses
- Field Internship
- Bioinformatics
- Crop Modeling
- Waste Treatment Engineering
- Control System for Smart Agriculture
- Special Topics in Poultry Production Medicine and Products Processing
- Biotechnology Core Techniques : DNA, RNA and Protein
- Genetics and Genomics
- Plant factory: Theory and Practice
- Smart Technology Applied to Livestock Production
- Advanced Plant Molecular Biology
- Crop Genomic Breeding
- Scientific Research Methodology
- Practical Bioinformatics for Laboratory Scientists
- Data Analysis Applications in Agricultural Sciences