School of Agronomy

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About the School of
Agronomy

Mission

It is an academic entity committed to the formation of competent, innovative and entrepreneurial professionals, with leadership and compromise with the development of the agricultural sector.

Vision

To be an academic unit of reference for the agricultural sector, training high quality professionals as well as promoting the rational management of natural resources and the preservation of the environment.

Admission profile

To be interested in the solution of problems of agricultural production system chains and have an entrepreneurial vision.

To be open to the context of the global world, with the required knowledge of natural resources and national agricultural development, as well as a balanced relationship with environmental sustainability.

Graduate profile

Knowledge communicator applying and communicating their knowledge through skills and abilities that link their ideas with research, technology transfer, agricultural extension, research or administration functions.

Possesses the technical and administrative knowledge and the skills to integrate into production systems and production chains in the appropriate management of resources, land, water, supplies, financial resources, human resources, equipment and infrastructure.

He possesses the knowledge and handling of tools for quality performance, such as: software management, skills to have access to modern information systems and basic command of the English language.

Has an entrepreneurial attitude, business skills, and is capable of generating his own income.

He is a promoter of development, he is committed to the welfare of all the stakeholders related to his field of work.

His professional approach is based on ethics, service attitude and responsibility.

Director's welcome message

Dear students, it is an honor for me, as director of the School of Agronomy, to cordially welcome you. You are about to begin an exciting stage towards knowledge and excellence in the field of Agronomy Engineering. Our school stands out for promoting a comprehensive, innovative education committed to sustainable development and the efficient management of natural resources. By being part of this community, you are not only opting for a quality academic education, but also for a path full of challenges and opportunities to grow as professionals. We invite you to be part of our educational community, where each student is a key player in building a more sustainable future. Working together, we can build a better world.

Ing. Francisco Olivet Torres

Teaching methodology

The teaching methodology at our Agronomy School includes theoretical classes, practical classes in the field and in laboratories, group work, projects and oral presentations. Students have the opportunity to participate in practical activities, such as crop cultivation and animal husbandry, dairy processing and processed food production. They are also taught to use advanced agricultural tools and technologies, and to apply principles of sustainability and natural resource conservation in their work. The career seeks to encourage the active participation of students in the university community and society in general, and to provide a complete and practical training that prepares them to have a positive impact on the agri-food industry and society in general.