Organic Agriculture

The purpose of the study program is to educate students for the profession of Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in accordance with the principles of organic agricultural production, based on the production of high-quality and safe food, respecting standards, rationally utilizing natural resources and renewable energy sources, preserving natural diversity, and protecting the environment. The purpose of the study program is to elevate the education of young professionals to a higher level and, with the acquired knowledge, enable graduate agricultural engineers to engage in primary and secondary organic production, as well as to facilitate further education. By implementing a study program conceived in this manner, graduate agricultural engineers possessing competence within national, European, and global frameworks will be produced. The significance of this study program is particularly emphasized because organic production holds an important place in the national program of the Republic of Serbia, especially in the region of AP Vojvodina. Therefore, the purpose of this study program is to form highly qualified experts for the improvement of organic production.

Why enroll in the Organic Agriculture study program?

This study program educates future Bachelor of Science in Agriculture focused on organic production. The goal is to create experts who combine the production of safe food with sustainability principles, ranging from the rational use of natural resources and renewable energy to biodiversity conservation. Through a contemporary curriculum, students are qualified to work in the primary and secondary sectors of organic agriculture, acquiring knowledge that is competitive on the domestic, European, and global markets. Upon completing the study program, the student acquires:

• knowledge to understand the principles of organic agriculture;
• the ability to solve specific problems in organic production using scientific methods and procedures;
• the ability to organize organic plant production and organic livestock production;
• graduated students also acquire competencies in how to sustainably use natural resources in accordance with the basic principles of sustainable development;
• competencies for further professional development through second and third-cycle studies – master’s and doctoral studies.

Where can you find employment after graduation?

The knowledge acquired by a graduate of undergraduate academic studies provides expertise and competencies to work in:

• agricultural organizations (agro-industrial complexes, cooperatives, specialized farms, fodder factories, raw material departments in slaughterhouses and dairies) and other business organizations engaged in the production and processing of plant and livestock products.
• entrepreneurial organizations and private farms,
• agricultural extension services,
• banks and insurance companies,
• secondary education.