• Master of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Grand Valley State University is a 2 years program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • Graduate work in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering leads to Master of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering and Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences degrees.
  • Students who undertake graduate studies in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering normally have as their goal a better understanding of the current theories, principles, issues, and problems in agricultural and biological systems.
  • Through this program, students can improve the student’s ability to think critically and creatively, and synthesize, analyze, and integrate ideas for decision-making and problem-solving.
  • The department offers students an opportunity to undertake research and advanced study in specialized areas such as machine vision, food and biomaterial processing, physical properties of biological materials, natural resource engineering, structures, indoor environment, waste management, and machine design.
  • The program engages students in lectures, laboratory, and hands-on, field-based learning experiences.