Organic Agriculture
DEAN'S WORD ...
Prof. Dr. Ayman Hafez
It is my pleasure to introduce you to the Faculty of Organic Agriculture, a place where you can gain valuable knowledge and pursue a career aimed at contributing to the sustainable development of food systems of our community for the benefit of the generations ahead.Our mission is to equip our students with the knowledge in the fields of agricultural sciences by following a distinguished scientific approach in education, scientific research, community service, and environmental development, in accordance with the goals of sustainable development.As we’re currently the first and only faculty of organic agriculture in Egypt, we offer a variety of programs that qualify our students and prepare them for the work environment, by integrating hands-on experiences with various stakeholders in the organic agriculture arena.Our faculty members work on instilling sustainable development concepts among our students to become the future leaders and pioneers of organic agriculture, locally and globally.Sustainable engineering practices and solutions are rooted in all aspects of our academic, research and extracurricular activities, thus integrating the goals of sustainable development in all our engineering curricula.
Organic crop production Program
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Organic Crop Production offers its students a comprehensive set of attributes and skills that prepare them for professional careers in organic agriculture, with a strong emphasis on sustainability
Graduate attributes
Graduates with a bachelor degree in our Organic Crop Production program will be able to:
- Identify crop plants and understand their cultural requirements
- Learn about crop pests and appropriate bio-management strategies
- Understand environmental factors on crop growth and yield
- Apply crop breeding methods, including biotechnological approaches
- Identify soil characteristics & use water resources efficiently
- Understand sustainable cropping systems and organic farming practices
- Know sustainable agricultural practices that minimize environmental impact
- Conserve natural resources to promote ecological balance
- Enhance the resilience of agricultural systems to climate change
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a bachelor degree in our Organic Crop Production program will be able to:
- Agricultural Consultant
- Crop Production Manager
- Research Scientist
- Quality Control Specialist
- Pest Management Advisor
- Soil and Water Conservationist
- Agribusiness Manager
- Extension Officer
Study Plan
Food processing Technology Program
Program Overview
Graduates of the Food Processing Technology program acquire a diverse set of attributes and skills that prepare them for various roles in the agricultural and food processing sectors, with a strong emphasis on sustainability. They also acquire an understanding of basic and applied sciences related to agriculture.
Graduate attributes
Graduates with a bachelor degree in our Food Processing Technology program will be able to:
- Identify and deal with risk factors in agriculture
- Handle and recycle agricultural wastes
- Learn the basics of microeconomics & macroeconomics
- Understand concepts of biodiversity & maintain natural resources
- Gain methods & techniques for food processing & preservation
- Know sustainable agricultural practices that minimize environmental impact
- Learn agricultural practices to enhance ecosystem services
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a bachelor degree in our Food Processing Technology program will be able to:
- Food Processing Manager
- Quality Control Specialist
- Agricultural Consultant
- Research Scientist
- Food Safety Auditor
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Product Development Specialist
- Waste Management Specialist
Study Plan
Biotechnology Program
Program Overview
Graduates of the Biotechnology Program acquire a diverse set of attributes and skills that prepare them for various roles in biotechnology, particularly in the context of organic agriculture and environmental protection.
Graduate attributes
Graduates with a bachelor degree in our Biotechnology program will be able to:
- Apply biotechnological tools & techniques in real-world agricultural settings
- Conduct research & experiments related to biotechnology & agriculture
- Analyze data & interpret results from biotechnological experiments
- Manage projects related to agricultural biotechnology & ecological initiatives
- Manage agricultural resources sustainably through biotechnological innovations
- Use biotechnological tools for environmental conservation & protection
- Understand biotechnological applications in agroindustry & ecological maintenance
- Use molecular techniques in agricultural development programs
- Use bio-safety regulations & procedures for producing genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
- Use biotechnology to maintain ecological balance & promote biodiversity
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a bachelor degree in our Biotechnology program will be able to:
- Biotechnology Research Scientist
- Agricultural Biotechnologist
- Quality Assurance Specialist
- Environmental Consultant
- Genetic Engineer
- Agroindustry Manager
- Sustainability Coordinator
- Policy Advisor
