Study Program
Plant Production (in the accreditation process)
Basic Vocational Studies
Level of Study
Basic Vocational Studies (BVS)
A modernly conceived program of basic vocational studies, focused on acquiring applicable knowledge and practical skills in the field of agriculture, in accordance with the needs of the profession and the labor market.
The program is interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary, and its structure enables the gradual acquisition of knowledge – from fundamental scientific bases to specialized professional competencies. Teaching is organized through mandatory and numerous elective courses, arranged in elective blocks throughout all three years of study, allowing students to tailor their education to their own interests and professional goals.
The study program is designed to enable the acquisition of functional, practically applicable knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary for effective integration into modern production and organizational systems in the field of plant production.
The special value of the study program is reflected in the emphasized practical orientation of the teaching process, which represents an integral part of the study program. In this way, the connection of theoretical knowledge with practical experience in real working conditions is ensured, enabling students to acquire competencies that are recognized and demanded on the labor market. This organization of teaching contributes to the development of professional responsibility, independence in work, and the ability to apply acquired knowledge in practice.
Why enroll in the Plant Production study program?
The Plant Production study program provides the opportunity to acquire broad professional knowledge and practical skills for working in various fields of modern agriculture, including agronomy, vegetable growing, fruit growing, viticulture, plant protection, and agroecology.
Through a balanced combination of theoretical knowledge and practical classes, students are qualified for the application of modern technologies, the improvement of production processes, and the responsible management of natural resources. Through a carefully balanced ratio of general education, vocational-applied, and professional courses, the study program provides a broad and systematized base of knowledge, as well as the development of specific professional competencies in accordance with the technological, ecological, and economic demands of modern plant production. Elective courses enable direction towards areas of personal interest and the development of competencies in accordance with the needs of the profession and the labor market.
The special value of the program is reflected in professional practice, which enables the connection of acquired knowledge with real production conditions and prepares students for independent work.
The acquired knowledge and skills enable the performance of professional tasks in the field of plant production, as well as active participation in the improvement of production processes and the application of modern technologies, while respecting the principles of sustainable development.
The purpose of the study program is fully aligned with the strategic goals and activities of the Faculty of Agriculture, which include higher education, scientific-research work, and knowledge transfer into the economy. In this way, the faculty contributes to meeting the educational needs of students, improving agricultural production and strengthening the competitiveness of the agrarian sector, as well as broader social and economic development.
Where can you find employment after graduation?
Completion of the BVS Plant Production study program opens doors to various fields of agriculture and economy, providing wide opportunities for professional development in accordance with interests, acquired competencies, and labor market needs.
- Agricultural holdings and enterprises engaged in agronomy, vegetable growing, fruit growing, and viticulture.
- Seed companies, nurseries, and plant propagation material production enterprises.
- Companies for the production and trade of fertilizers and plant nutrition products.
- Enterprises for agricultural machinery, equipment, and irrigation systems.
- Companies for the purchase, storage, processing, and refining of agricultural products.
- Enterprises for trade, distribution, and export of agricultural products.
- Organizations and enterprises engaged in organic and sustainable agricultural production.
- Agricultural cooperatives and producers’ associations, in jobs involving production coordination and cooperation with producers.
- Companies providing services in plant production, in organizing and monitoring production activities.
- Own agricultural holdings and entrepreneurial ventures, through starting and developing one’s own production.
Study Program Characteristics
- Level of StudyVocational
- Duration6 semesters
- ECTS Credits180
- Courses31
- LanguageSerbian
- Students50
First year
Winter semester
Second year
Winter semester
Summer semester
Third year
Winter semester
Summer semester
The Plant Production study program of basic vocational studies is in the process of initial accreditation. The documentation has been submitted to the National Accreditation Body of Serbia. A positive opinion from the review committee is expected in the first half of 2027, along with the enrollment of the first generation of students in the 2027/2028 academic year.
