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MSc Thesis

Courses objectives and content

The thesis project is a research project that must deal with environmental and, preferentially, tropical issues in natural ecosystems or within cropping systems including tree as a major component.. It is usually part of an internship in
  • a research institution either national (e.g., Cirad, IRD, Inrae, CNRS, higher education institutions) or international (e.g., CGIAR research centre, Smithsonian Institute, CATIE…)
  • or in a non-academic entity such as an NGO, an international organization, a consultancy firm or a foundation.
Preparation, including discussions with AgroParisTech partners from research and education (Montpellier Supagro, IAMM) institutions of the Agropolis campus of Montpellier. Fieldwork should last at least 3 months and be achieved preferably in the tropical area. The thesis subject and its logistic implementation are validated by teaching staff and supervisor after a project document and oral pre-defence have been completed.

Teaching and learning methods

The thesis work is under the joint supervision of the hosting institution and of AgroParisTech.

Course evaluation

The thesis is defended at a public seminar. Thesis content, defence quality and behaviour during field training are evaluated.

Target skills

Ability to
  • establish a research programme involving local populations in a multicultural context
  • discuss and analyse the key issues concerning management of natural resources
  • make a critical analysis, and to propose a suitable course of action
  • contribute to the global debate on management of natural resources

Course Coordinator(s)

Carla BALTZER
Co-coordinator of the MSc GEEFT
carla.baltzer @ agroparistech.fr

Additional Info

  • Training delivering this course: MSc GEEFT
  • Field of study: Environmental sciences, Humanities, Integrative learning & fieldwork, Tools & Personnal development
  • Learning place(s): Montpellier, Other places
  • Requirements:

    It is necessary to have followed all the courses.

  • Calendar-Duration:

    From the end of the courses. Internship of at least 5 months.

  • Keywords:

    internship, project