MSc in Biosystems Engineering in Tucson United States | University of Arizona

The department was founded in 1891. In 2018, it underwent a name change to Biosystems Engineering, along with its graduate programs. Similar to counterparts at other Land Grant institutions, this department operates under the joint oversight of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences and the College of Engineering. Biosystems engineers apply principles of engineering, mathematics, and life sciences to create systems for managing soil and water resources, food production, biological product development, and large-scale data analysis. Their work spans projects focused on efficient energy utilization, material processing, biochemical applications, and waste recycling. By integrating technical expertise, computational methods, and control systems, they gain insights into agricultural and biological processes—knowledge that could potentially contribute to designing life support systems for extraterrestrial colonies. Students can focus on water resource engineering or biological engineering.
The Master of Science program in Biosystems Engineering provides diverse research opportunities in areas such as Controlled Environment Agriculture, Water Resources, Biometry and Biosystems Informatics, as well as Food, Bioproducts, and Renewable Energy. The program's adaptable structure enables students to tailor their studies in collaboration with advisors to meet individual goals.
Our vision: Biosystems Engineering aims to become a global pioneer in creating technologies and systems for sustainable food production, bioenergy, bioproducts, and biological data management in arid and semi-arid regions. We aspire to attract students, stakeholders, and professionals worldwide to engage with our programs.