Plant Breeding and Seed Science
University of Hohenheim offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Stuttgart, ranked #301 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- Deadline
- 15 Mar 2027
What it costs
Plan for roughly €17k–€20k per year all-in as a Non-EU student — tuition plus a normal Stuttgart student life.
Living in Stuttgart →
What you'll study
24 months — core foundations, then a track of your choice, then a thesis.
Plant Breeding and Seed Science. At University of Hohenheim, Stuttgart, DE. Taught in English. International tuition: €1,500.
Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#301
- Times Higher Education 2025#301
- QS World 2025#610
- THE — Life Sciences 2026#201
- THE — Business And Economics 2026#251
- THE — Social Sciences 2026#301
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About University of Hohenheim
Common questions
Is Plant Breeding and Seed Science at University of Hohenheim taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English.
How much does Plant Breeding and Seed Science at University of Hohenheim cost?
International tuition is €1,500 per year. Over the full 24-month programme that's roughly €3,000 in tuition, before living costs.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Hohenheim?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Mar 2027. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
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