Department of Organic Agriculture Management
Undergraduate programme training specialists in organic farming and management.
Who Is It For?
The Department of Organic Agriculture Management is suitable for students who are sensitive to nature and the environment, interested in sustainable production systems, and wish to address agriculture and management together. Candidates who are inclined toward fieldwork, possess analytical thinking skills, and have awareness of food safety and healthy nutrition will benefit from this program. It is also a suitable choice for entrepreneurially minded individuals who aim to establish their own agricultural enterprise.
Quick Summary
- 4-year bachelor's program
- Full-time education in Turkish
- Mandatory internship requirement
- Erasmus, double major, and minor opportunities
- Education focused on organic production, certification, and enterprise management
About the Department
The Department of Organic Agriculture Management operates under the Silifke School of Applied Technology and Management. The program aims to train qualified professionals needed by the sector by combining organic agricultural production techniques with modern management knowledge.
The departmental curriculum offers comprehensive education in fundamental areas such as soil science, plant nutrition, organic production systems, biological pest control, agricultural economics, and enterprise management. Students reinforce their theoretical knowledge through practical application areas and a mandatory internship program.
Silifke's geographically rich location in terms of agricultural production provides students with the opportunity to observe and experience organic farming practices in the field. The department offers academic development opportunities to its students through Erasmus exchange programs, double major, and minor options.
Career Opportunities
Organic Agriculture Management graduates have broad career opportunities in different areas of the organic agriculture sector. They can hold various positions in public institutions, private sector, and entrepreneurship.