Presentation
The master is designed to deepen students’ scientific and technological knowledge of the agro-food and environmental sectors, preparing graduates to address complex challenges related to food production, quality, safety, sustainability, and environmental protection.
It offers advanced training in:
- Agro-food production systems and technologies
- Food quality, safety, and innovation
- Environmental analysis and management
- Sustainable use of natural resources
- Applied research and technological development
The programme also provides solid preparation for research careers and doctoral studies, as well as for highly qualified professional roles.
Main Objective
The main objective of this master is to provide advanced scientific and technological training that enables graduates to analyze, design, and implement innovative and sustainable solutions in the agro-food and environmental sectors.
More specifically, the master aims to:
- Deepen knowledge in agro-food science, food technology, and environmental analysis
- Train specialists capable of ensuring food quality, safety, and innovation
- Promote the sustainable management of natural resources and environmental systems
- Develop the ability to integrate agro-food production and environmental protection
- Prepare students for research, development, and innovation (R&D&I) activities
- Provide solid methodological training for doctoral studies and advanced research careers
Competencies
General and Transversal Competencies
- Integrate advanced scientific knowledge to solve complex agro-food and environmental problems
- Apply critical thinking and scientific methodology in professional and research contexts
- Communicate results and proposals clearly to specialized and non-specialized audiences
- Work effectively in multidisciplinary and international environments
- Act with ethical responsibility, scientific rigor, and commitment to sustainability
- Engage in autonomous learning and continuous professional development
Specific Scientific and Technical Competencies
- Analyze and improve agro-food production and processing systems
- Apply advanced techniques for food quality, safety, and innovation
- Evaluate the nutritional, functional, and technological properties of foods
- Identify, assess, and control environmental impacts associated with agro-food activities
- Apply environmental analysis, monitoring, and management tools
- Integrate sustainability criteria into agro-food and environmental decision-making
Research and Innovation Competencies
- Design and conduct experimental and applied research projects
- Use advanced laboratory and analytical techniques
- Analyze and interpret scientific and technical data
- Apply research methodologies appropriate to agro-food and environmental sciences
- Prepare and defend scientific and technical reports
- Contribute to R&D&I activities in academic or industrial settings
Professional and Applied Competencies
- Participate in quality management and food safety systems
- Support technological development and innovation in agro-food industries
- Provide technical and scientific advice to companies and public institutions
- Apply current legislation and regulatory frameworks in agro-food and environmental contexts
- Make strategic decisions considering technical, environmental, and socio-economic factors