Area of Studies

agricultural sciences

www

wre.urk.edu.pl/kandydat/programmes-in-english

Department

University of Agriculture in Krakow, Faculty of Agriculture and Economics

Tuition and Other Fees

Fees: the candidates are requested to pay enrolment fee of 20 EUR

Tuition fee: Tuition fee: Students from EU and EFTA countries - 0 Euro; other countries 1200 Euro/semester

Application Deadline(s)

admission last from May till the end of July

Course Description

Course Profile

The dependence of economies on non-renewable resources and the environmental problems caused by a linear approach to production and consumption pose significant challenges that affect the well-being of future generations. To address these challenges and transition towards a low- or zero-emission economy, it is imperative to re-evaluate our approach to production and resource management. Interdisciplinary Bioeconomy Studies are founded on principles of environmental stewardship and sustainable resource utilization, with a primary focus on meeting societal needs. Central to these studies is the concept of the circular bioeconomy, which advocates for replacing conventional refinery products with biorefinery alternatives. Additionally, it enables the efficient utilization of biological raw materials through a cascade approach, thereby enhancing economic efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Moreover, the circular bioeconomy plays a crucial role in strengthening food security, contributing significantly to the achievement of all Sustainable Development Goals.

The educational curriculum within the IBS program is structured around three key thematic blocks:

• Socio-economic Context: Students delve into the contemporary economic and social landscape of the circular bioeconomy. They acquire the necessary tools to comprehend the principles governing production, industrial operations, and project execution. Emphasis is placed on fostering creative thinking, with mandatory Design Thinking workshops forming an integral part of the program.

• Circularity Context: This segment of the curriculum familiarizes students with the various stages of material circulation within both the economy and the environment. Starting from sustainable primary production principles, students’ progress through the stages of biomass processing via biotechnological methods, culminating in the recovery of nutrients

• In-depth Production Context: Students receive comprehensive instruction on the intricate processes, methodologies, and applications involved in converting biomass into non-food goods. This includes but is not limited to the production of bioplastics, biofuels, and cosmetics.

By providing a structured curriculum that encompasses these thematic blocks, the IBS program seeks to empower graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the bioeconomy and contribute meaningfully to its sustainable development. IBS graduates have knowledge of production processes in the bioeconomy and understand their economic context both at the level of the entire economy and the activities of individual economic entities. Depending on the profile of their competences, through the selection of optional courses, they can develop their professional paths towards consulting, designing the value chain in the bioeconomy, working for institutions implementing sustainable development policies, NGOs, as well as towards the production and processing of biological resources.

Education Requirements

Necessary documents:

• confirmation of admission payment

• Bachelor's degree diploma (together with a supplement, if applicable) or another document of completion of studies abroad, which allow to start the second cycle studies in the country it was issued. Diploma should be legalized or given an apostille. Candidate should also provide a statement that his diploma allows him to take up the second cycle studies in the country it was issued – if such a statement is not already written on the diploma

• certified translation of the documents to the English language done by a sworn translator

• document certifying the knowledge of English

• medical certificate stating that there are no contraindications to undertake education in a chosen field of study and form of education

• document that certifies the candidate's possession of health insurance or casualty insurance for the period of studying in Poland

Contact

University of Agriculture in Krakow

International Relation Office

Al. Mickiewicza 21, 31-120 Kraków

+48 12 662 42 91

admissions@urk.edu.pl