MSc in Biosystems Engineering

MSc in Biosystems Engineering

Last modified: 26. November 2025

The aim of the degree programme is to train professionals with interdisciplinary knowledge in engineering and agricultural sciences. The knowledge acquired during the BSc in agricultural sciences, complemented by technical, technological, data science, management and economics skills, will enable students to manage agricultural farms, to develop and operate technical and/or economic systems processes and to manage business projects, to carry out professional management, planning, synthesis research and innovation activities. They are prepared to continue their studies in a doctoral programme. The course culminates in a 15-credit thesis programme in the field of agricultural engineering and agri-digitalisation.


Qualification of the degree:

  • level of degree: Master of Science (MSc);
  • qualification: Biosystems Engineer.

Length of program: 3 semesters
Work schedule: full-time training (HU, EN), correspondence training (HU)
Financial options: state scholarship or self-funded
Program Leader: Dr. László Kátai university professor 
Program coordinator: Dr. Attila Kári-Horváth associate professor
Training sites: Gödöllő 
Language of conduction: Hungarian or English

Conditions for selecting specialization

The specialization is not defined.

Characteristics of the Correspondence Program

The curriculum, the sequential structure of knowledge, and the final examination requirements are the same as in the full-time program. At the Gödöllő campus, classes in the part-time program are generally held on Fridays and Saturdays, except during the first week, when classes are held from Wednesday to Friday.


Skills and professional competences acquired on completion of the program

Knowledge

  • Understands the basic concepts, facts, main characteristics, and interrelations concerning the entirety of agricultural activities (production, processing, and marketing).
  • Has knowledge of modern technologies used in the agricultural sector and their practical applications.
  • Knows the production equipment of the agri-technical field and the conditions and regulations of their operation.
  • Understands the organizational and operational procedures of technical processes in the agricultural field.
  • Has knowledge of the real, human, economic, and social interrelations of production and service processes.
  • Understands the management principles of enterprises and economic organizations, as well as the rules for project planning and management.
  • Knows the principles of logistics processes, their implementation methods, and technical possibilities.

Skills

  • Able to manage agricultural enterprises and their organizational units, plan and direct management processes and projects within an organization, and efficiently manage resources.
  • Able to create basic models of agricultural technical systems and processes, as well as develop new models.
  • Able to apply technical regulations related to the operation of agricultural machinery systems, including the principles and economic aspects of machine and equipment setup and operation.
  • Able to apply design-related computational and modeling principles and methods in product, process, and technological design within the field of mechanical engineering.
  • Able to apply acquired agri-informatics knowledge in solving tasks in their field and in supporting the implementation of development processes within enterprises.
  • Able to actively participate in the marketing and sales of products and services produced within the relevant professional field.
  • Able to interpret and apply current EU and national subsidy regulations.
  • Uses advanced professional knowledge to interpret and systematize professional tasks.

Attitude

  • Open to foundational, general, and specific knowledge of the agri-technical field.
  • In their work, examines opportunities for setting economic, technical development, and innovation goals, and strives to achieve them.
  • Strives to continuously follow the technological progress of the agri-technical field and to acquire new knowledge.
  • Endeavors to make decisions with full consideration of legal regulations and ethical standards.
  • Adapts their communication to their engineering and managerial responsibilities.
  • Values cooperation and, after gaining sufficient experience, reflects this approach in leadership roles.

Autonomy and Responsibility

  • Able to make independent, professionally responsible decisions on professional issues within their field and assumes responsibility for the consequences of those decisions.
  • Evaluates the results of their work realistically.
  • Makes independent and professionally responsible decisions in work organization and task allocation.
  • Takes responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of entrusted organizational units, personnel, equipment, and devices.
  • Represents their opinions autonomously in research and development processes.

Conditions of obtaining pre-degree certificate (absolutorium)

  • completion of all the compulsory subjects of the course, plus the required number of optional credits according to the curriculum and the number of credits for the thesis, for a total of 90 credits;

Final exam

Condition to attend final exam:

  • obtained pre-degree certificate (absolutorium);
  • submission of thesis and its acceptance by reviewers;
  • the student shall not be in debt to the University.

Parts of final exam:

  • comprehensive complex exam;
  • thesis defense.

Field of knowledge and subjects of final exam 
From 2021/22 academic year:

The professional complex examination is based on the knowledge of the 4-6 most important subjects from a professional point of view, on the basis of which a series of items is issued.
 

Evaluation of final exam and qualification of degree from 2020/21 academic year

Accordingly, to chapter 4.3.16 Final exam and chapter 4.3.17. Degree certificate.

Model curriculum of the program