University of Turin

What you'll study

The programme provides an integrated curriculum covering plant and animal production, soil science, agroecology, crop protection, agricultural machinery and basic food technology. Teaching typically mixes lectures, laboratory classes and field practicals at university farms and experimental plots. Core topics include:

• Crop science and agronomy: plant physiology, crop management, cultivation techniques for arable and horticultural systems.
• Soil and environmental science: soil fertility, nutrient management, soil conservation and the relationships between agriculture and ecosystems.
• Animal production: basics of animal husbandry, welfare, nutrition and productive systems.
• Plant health and protection: integrated pest management, plant pathology and sustainable protection strategies.
• Agricultural technology: farm machinery, precision agriculture tools, irrigation and post-harvest handling.
• Food chain and processing basics: introduction to food safety, primary processing and quality control.
• Economics and rural policy: farm business management, agricultural economics and land use planning.
• Research and quantitative methods: agricultural statistics, experimental design and practical research projects.

Students undertake progressive practical experience through laboratory work, supervised internships or placements with local farms and agri-businesses, and complete a final project or dissertation that demonstrates applied competence in a chosen topic.

Entry requirements

Applicants are normally required to hold a recognised secondary school leaving qualification that grants access to university study in their home country. Competitive applicants typically have studied biology, chemistry and mathematics at secondary level. As a programme delivered primarily in Italian, proficiency in Italian is required; applicants whose first language is not Italian must demonstrate language competence through recognised certification or university assessments. Knowledge of English is advantageous for international literature and exchange opportunities.

Admission may include verification of academic qualifications and any statutory checks defined by the University of Turin; additional programme-specific assessments or interviews can be required in some cases. International applicants should consult the university's admissions guidance for documentation and validation of foreign qualifications.

Career prospects

Graduates gain a practical, science-informed profile that prepares them for roles across the agricultural and food sectors, public services and environmental organisations. Typical career paths include:

• Agronomist or crop advisor working with farms, cooperatives or consultancy firms
• Farm manager or technical manager for horticultural, arable or mixed enterprises
• Technician roles in food processing, quality control and primary production
• Environmental and land-use officer for regional authorities or NGOs
• Sales and technical support in agricultural machinery, inputs and precision farming technologies
• Research technician or assistant in university departments, research institutes and experimental farms
• Further study routes into master's programmes in agronomy, agri-food technology, sustainable agriculture or related disciplines

Why study at University of Turin

The University of Turin combines strong academic expertise in agricultural and food sciences with practical resources such as experimental farms, laboratories and industry partnerships in the Piedmont region. The university's research and teaching take advantage of the area's diverse agricultural landscapes—from alpine to lowland and viticultural systems—offering students exposure to a broad range of production models and sustainability challenges. Students benefit from multidisciplinary teaching teams, opportunities for placement with local enterprises and networks for international exchange and postgraduate progression.