The International Master of Science in Rural Development

The jointly organized IMRD provides the opportunity to become an international expert in rural development by training students through diverse approaches:

• Awareness raising on the multifunctionality of rural areas
• Capacity building and ability to apply skills in diverse situations, contexts or settings worldwide
• Combination of technical and social sciences
• Multi-disciplinary training: dialogue with different stakeholders and gain critical reflection skills

New! Erasmus Mundus scholarships available!

15 Universities worldwide

IMRD is a 2 year master programme (120 ECTS) jointly organized by 15 leading universities in the field of rural development, agricultural economics and biosciences leading to a high extent of student and scholar mobility. Ckeck our IMRD Universities page for more information on the different partners!

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