Detailed introduction of the University of Agribusiness and Rural Development:

Introduction and Overview

The University of Agribusiness and Rural Development is a higher education institution located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, offering undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs in a variety of fields. It has rich teaching and training experience in the fields of agricultural economy, business management, tourism and regional development.

History and Establishment

The university was founded in 1992 as an agricultural college. After years of development, it has gradually become one of the largest private universities in Bulgaria.

School Strength

Faculty: It has a professional and experienced faculty team. The teachers have a deep academic background and practical experience in agriculture, economy, management and other fields, and can provide students with high-quality teaching and guidance.

Scientific Research Achievements: It has carried out a number of research and practical projects in the fields of sustainable development, organic agriculture, ecological agricultural production and management, actively participated in the preparation, management and implementation of international and regional projects, and achieved certain scientific research results.

International Cooperation: It has established cooperative relations with many internationally renowned universities and institutions, providing students with broad international exchange and learning opportunities, including student exchange programs, joint research projects, etc.

Nature of the institution

A non-profit private higher education institution.

Educational philosophy

Focus on cultivating students' practical ability and innovative spirit, emphasizing the combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, so that students can be competitive in the fields of agriculture, commerce and rural development, and at the same time cultivate students' social responsibility and teamwork spirit.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: No public key laboratory information has been found for the school, but the school may have relevant research centers or laboratories in agricultural economics, agricultural technology, etc. for teaching and scientific research.

Key disciplines: Agricultural economics, agricultural enterprise management, rural development and management, tourism economics and other disciplines are the key disciplines of the school. The major of agricultural economics focuses on cultivating students' understanding and application of agricultural economic theories and policies; the major of agricultural enterprise management focuses on cultivating students' ability in agricultural enterprise operation and management; the major of rural development and management is committed to cultivating professional talents who can promote the sustainable development of rural economics, society and environment; the major of tourism economics combines local tourism resources to cultivate talents in tourism economic management.

Department

There are schools of economics and management, schools of regional studies, etc., covering multiple professional fields such as agricultural enterprises, agricultural economy, information technology, regional studies, and tourism.

Ranking

In the 2024 ranking, the university is ranked 10,838 in the world, 2521 in Europe, and 43 in Bulgaria.

Expenses

Tuition fees: about 3,000 BGN per year for undergraduate programs in agricultural business management and rural development, about 3,500 BGN per year for master's programs, and about 4,000 BGN per year for doctoral programs.

Living expenses: about 500-1,000 euros per month.

Campus environment

Geographic location: The main campus is located in Plovdiv, the second largest city in Bulgaria. The city is a city with a long history and rich culture, with convenient transportation and complete living facilities.

Campus facilities: The campus has complete academic and living facilities such as libraries, student dormitories, and sports facilities, providing students with good learning and living conditions.