Master of Food & Agriculture Sciences

• Scientific Proficiency: Deep understanding of the chemical, biological, and physical principles governing food science, technology, and agricultural production.
• Analytical & Research Skills: Ability to design, conduct, and analyze original research aimed at solving local and global agricultural challenges.
• Environmental Problem Solving: Competency in developing technical and practical solutions for water conservation, resource rationalization, and environmental protection in arid conditions.
• Technological Integration: Mastery of modern technologies and scientific advancements to increase production and improve food safety and quality.
• Strategic Communication: Proficiency in communicating scientific findings and participating in agricultural policy implementation and extension activities. 

• GPA: Minimum of “Good” (2.75/5.00) overall, with a “Very Good” (3.75/5.00) in major-specific courses.
• Testing: May require English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) and a personal interview with the department graduate committee.

Food Science – Thesis Track

Total Credit Hours: ~37

First Year – First Semester

Advanced Food Chemistry – 3 Credit Hours
Food Safety – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Advanced Food Microbiology – 3 Credit Hours
Advanced Food Analysis – 3 Credit Hours

Agricultural Engineering – Thesis Track

Total Credit Hours: 26

First Year – First Semester

Farm Power & Machinery – 3 Credit Hours
Irrigation & Drainage – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Food Process Engineering – 3 Credit Hours
Agricultural Structures – 3 Credit Hours

Soil Science – Thesis Track

Total Credit Hours: 28

First Year – First Semester

Environmental Soil Physics – 3 Credit Hours
Soil Microbiology – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Remote Sensing in Land Survey – 3 Credit Hours
Soil and Water Contamination – 3 Credit Hours

Agricultural Extension & Rural Sociology – Thesis Track

Total Credit Hours: 27

First Year – First Semester

Communication Theory – 3 Credit Hours
Rural Population – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Planning & Evaluation of Extension Programs – 3 Credit Hours
Quantitative Analysis – 3 Credit Hours

Plant Production – Variable Track

Total Credit Hours: ~30

First Year – First Semester

Advanced Breeding of Horticultural Crops – 3 Credit Hours
Morphology & Classification – 3 Credit Hours

First Year – Second Semester

Plant Water Relations – 3 Credit Hours

Project Track (Non-Thesis)

Coursework: 42 Credit Hours
Graduation Requirement: Research Project