1. Who is this program for:

The Master’s degree admission at the Graduate Program in Agronomy (PPGAGRO) at UFU is intended for candidates who hold an undergraduate degree in Agronomy or related fields, such as Agricultural Engineering, Biology, Environmental Sciences, or other disciplines within the agricultural and biological sciences. The program is designed for professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge, engage in scientific research, and develop advanced skills in areas such as plant breeding, soil science, plant pathology, and crop production. Admission is open to both Brazilian and international candidates who meet the academic requirements and successfully complete the selection process as defined by the program's regulations and public notices.

2. Language Proficiency Requirements for Enrollment:

International applicants to the Master's program in Agronomy (PPGAgro) at the Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU) who are not native Portuguese speakers are required to provide a Certificate of Proficiency in the Portuguese language as part of their application. For further enquiry, contact posagro@ufu.br

3. Selection process:

The selection process for the Master's program in Agronomy (PPGAgro) at the Federal University of Uberlândia (UFU) involves an online application with required documents such as academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae (preferably in the Lattes format), a research proposal, letters of recommendation, and proof of Portuguese language proficiency for non-native speakers. Candidates are evaluated based on their academic background, the quality and alignment of their research proposal, and their professional experience; interviews may also be conducted. Full details and deadlines are published in each official selection notice (edital) on the program’s website. For further information contact: posagro@ufu.br or +55 34 2512-6713.