Department of Agrotechnology | School of Agricultural Sciences | University of Thessaly
Postgraduate Study Programme in
Aromatic and Medicinal Plant Management Technologies:
Cultivation, Processing and Production of High Value-Added Products
Specialization Track A: Applications of Medicinal Plants in the Production of Natural-Origin Pharmaceutical Products and Cosmetics
Specialization Track B: Applications of plants with health value in nutrition
3 Semesters | 90 ECTS | Fully Accredited by ΗΑΗΕ
About the Programme
Programme Scope
The Programme offers comprehensive coverage of the value chain of Aromatic and Medicinal Plants, from modern cultivation techniques, biodiversity management and the certification of propagation material, to processing, quality control and the development of high added-value final products.
It places particular emphasis on the production of natural-origin pharmaceutical products, cosmetics and dietary supplements, drawing on the comparative advantage of Greek flora, which is among the richest in Europe.
Establishment Gazette
The M.Sc. Programme was established in 2021, according to Government Gazette 196/Issue B/25-01-2021, and operates under its updated regulation, according to Government Gazette 2105/Issue B/2023.
It is implemented by the Department of Agrotechnology (School of Agricultural Sciences of the University of Thessaly), with the participation of academic staff from the Departments of
- Medicine,
- Biochemistry and Biotechnology,
- Food Science and Nutrition,
- Animal Science,
- Agriculture, Crop Production and Rural Environment of the University of Thessaly,
- the Department of Pharmacology of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, as well as
- experienced researchers from ELGO-DIMITRA.
Programme Objectives
The M.Sc. Programme aims to train specialized scientists in the field of Aromatic and Medicinal Plants, providing knowledge and skills that cover cultivation, biodiversity management, processing and the development of high added-value products.
Through the use of modern cultivation systems, innovative technologies and the rich Greek flora, the Programme contributes to strengthening the competitiveness of producers, linking primary production with entrepreneurship and supporting the development of the national economy.
Specialization Tracks
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Applications of Medicinal Plants
in the Production of Natural-Origin Pharmaceutical Products and Cosmetics
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Applications of plants
with health value in nutrition
Programme Highlights
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Modern and interdisciplinary subject area, connecting agriculture, technology, health, nutrition and innovation.
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Specialization in a dynamically growing field, with applications in natural pharmaceutical products, cosmetics, functional foods and dietary supplements.
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Professional development prospects in production units, natural products companies, analysis and quality control laboratories, research organizations and consulting services.
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Part-time study option and afternoon classes, designed to support working students.
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Synchronous distance-learning option for students who wish to attend courses remotely.
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Certified with the highest possible distinction, it fully complies with the principles of the Quality Standard for the Accreditation of Postgraduate Study Programs of the Hellenic Authority for Higher Education (HAHE), as well as with the Principles and Guidelines for Quality Assurance in the European Higher Education Area (ESG), for level 7 of the National and European Qualifications Framework.
