Ready to help feed the world and make agriculture climate-resilient?

This Crop Biotechnology and Engineering programme blends cutting-edge plant science with technologies like AI and robotics. Get all the tools you need to redesign and innovate smart greenhouse systems. This joint programme of Maastricht University and Radboud University takes place at the Brightlands Campus Greenport in Venlo.

Crop Biotechnology and Engineering is about more than science; it is about solving real-world agricultural problems. This interdisciplinary programme blends biology, engineering, and innovation to help you think creatively, approach complex challenges from diverse perspectives, and develop the skills needed to make a real-world impact. Therefore, we offer you a dynamic curriculum that empowers you with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes you need.

Something for you?

• Shape crops using science and tech to ensure food security.
• Make smart, sustainable, and future-proof farming a reality.
• Join Maastricht University and Radboud University and tap into their expertise & network.
• Follow the programme at the Brightlands Campus Greenport in Venlo.

Career prospects:

With your Master's in Crop Biotechnology and Engineering (MSc/Ir), you will be ready to tackle global challenges in agriculture and food production.

With a master’s in Crop Biotechnology and Engineering, you won’t just have a degree – you’ll be ready to drive change in global agriculture and food production. You’ll be prepared to work with cutting-edge tech, tackle sustainability challenges, and lead innovation in the food and farming sectors.

Whether you are collaborating with seed producers, partnering with agri-tech companies, or advising major agribusinesses, your interdisciplinary skills will set you apart. The industry is looking for forward-thinking problem-solvers who can bridge the gap between science and practical solutions. That is exactly what this programme equips you to do.

With the rise of sustainable and tech-first farming, your impact starts now. Ready to lead change and shape what’s next in agriculture?

Possible occupations:

• Biotechnologist at an international plant breeding company
• Innovation consultant at a food production chain
• Engineer at a greenhouse construction firm
• Researcher at an agri-tech company
• PhD at a university or research institute
• Policy advisor in new agricultural practices
• Science communicator or journalist
• Owner of your own start-up company