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Agronomic Engineering

ABOUT THE

Program

The Agronomic Engineering program at Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) aims to educate well-rounded, ethical, and innovative professionals committed to regional development and the strengthening of the agricultural sector. It focuses on sustainable agricultural production, the efficient use of natural resources, food security, and technological innovation applied to agriculture.

In addition, it promotes critical thinking, applied research, collaboration with rural communities, and the solution of challenges within the agricultural environment.

Málaga, Santander: Qualified Registration: Resolution of the Ministry of National Education (MEN) No. 008082 dated March 20, 2026, with a validity of 7 years  (for more information, see PDF).

I WANT TO RECEIVE

Personalized Guidance

Título

Degree:

Agronomic Engineer

Duración

duration:

8 Semesters

Modalidad

Modality:

On-site

Ubicación

Campus:

Málaga

APPLICANT

Profile

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The program is intended for:

  • High school graduates interested in the agricultural and agro-industrial sector.
  • Individuals with social commitment and environmental awareness.
  • Applicants with skills in:
    • Reading comprehension and critical thinking.
    • Interpretation of scientific information.
    • Ethical and civic awareness.

Motivation for sustainable development, responsible agricultural production, and the advancement of the Colombian countryside is also expected.

GRADUATE

Profile

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Graduates will be professionals capable of:

  • Designing, managing, and optimizing sustainable agricultural production systems.
  • Diagnosing and solving challenges in the agricultural sector.
  • Implementing technologies and innovations in agriculture.
  • Managing natural resources (soil, water, biodiversity).
  • Leading productive projects, research, and rural development initiatives.
  • Participating in public policy and food security processes.

In addition, they will receive interdisciplinary training that integrates technical, scientific, social, and environmental perspectives.

All about our program

ACADEMIC

Curriculum Grid

 

Code:             Credits:    4  – Calculus in One Variable


Code:             Credits:    2  – Cell and Molecular Biology


Code:             Credits:    3  – Chemistry for Engineering


Code:             Credits:    3  – Soil Science


Code:             Credits:    3  – Introduction to Linear Algebra


Code:             Credits:    1  – Cátedra UIS


 

Code:             Credits:    3  – Multivariable Calculus


Code:             Credits:    3  – Biochemistry


Code:             Credits:    3  – Plant Morphoanatomy


Code:             Credits:    3  – Mechanics


Code:             Credits:    3  – Parametric Drawing


Code:             Credits:    1  – Physical Education and Sports


 

Code:             Credits:    3  –Differential Equations


Code:             Credits:    3  – Microbiology


Code:             Credits:    3  – Soil-Plant-Water Relationships


Code:             Credits:    3  – Plant Physiology


Code:             Credits:    2  – Mechanics Laboratory


Code:             Credits:    2  – Foreign Language I: English


 

Code:             Credits:    3  – Fundamentals of Data Analytics


Code:             Credits:    2  – Ecology


Code:             Credits:    3  – Plant Propagation


Code:             Credits:    3  – Crop Physiology


Code:             Credits:    2  – Climatology


Code:             Credits:    2  – Foreign Language II: English


Code:             Credits:    1  – Integrative Project I


 

Code:             Credits:    3  – Experimental Design


Code:             Credits:    3  – Integrated Soil Management


Code:             Credits:    3  – Geomatics


Code:             Credits:    2  – Plant Genetics


Code:             Credits:    3  – Irrigation and Drainage


Code:             Credits:    2  –Foreign Language III: English


 

Code:             Credits:    3  – Agricultural Phytopathology


Code:             Credits:    3  – Agricultural Entomology


Code:             Credits:    3  – Agricultural Machinery


Code:             Credits:    2  – Genetic Improvement of Crops


Code:             Credits:    3  – Comprehensive Education Elective I


Code:             Credits:    2  – Foreign Language IV: English


 

Code:             Credits:    3  – Disciplinary Elective I


Code:             Credits:    3  – Production Systems I


Code:             Credits:    3  – Production Systems II


Code:             Credits:    3  – Production Systems III


Code:             Credits:    2  – Transdisciplinary Elective


Code:             Credits:    2  – Comprehensive Education Elective II


 

Code:             Credits:    10  – Internship


Code:             Credits:    3  –Disciplinary Elective II


Code:             Credits:    2  – Extension and Rural Development


Code:             Credits:    1  – Integrative Project II


Electives


Code:           Flowers and Ornamentals


Code:            – Pastures and Forages


Code:             Warm-Climate Fruit Crops


Code:             Industrial Crops (oil palm, rubber, cacao, coffee)


Code:             Vegetables


Code:            Postharvest of Fruits and Vegetables

Start Your Registration Process!

Málaga

PROFESORES DEL

Programa

Edwin Alberto Garavito Hernández

Magíster en Ingeniería Industrial

Juan Camilo Lesmez Peralta

Magíster en Gerencia de Negocios

Henry Lamos Díaz

Doctor en Física - Matemáticas

Néstor Raúl Ortiz Pimiento

Doctor en Ingeniería

Orlando Enrique Contreras Pacheco

Doctor en Management

Carlos Eduardo Díaz Bohórquez

Magíster en Ingeniería Industrial

Martha Liliana Torres Barreto

Doctora en Ciencias Económicas

Aura Cecilia Pedraza Avella

Doctora en Ciencias Económicas

Juan Benjamín Duarte Duarte

Doctor en Finanzas de Empresas

Hugo Ernesto Martínez Ardila

Doctor en Ingeniería

Carlos Enrique Vecino Arenas

Doctor en Administración

Olga Patricia Chacón Arias

Doctora en Ciencias Administrativas

Edna Rocío Bravo Ibarra

Doctora en Administración de Empresas

Javier Eduardo Arias Osorio

Magíster en Administración

Luis Eduardo Becerra Ardila

Doctor en Ingeniería: Gestión y Desarrollo Tecnológico en Ingeniería

Piedad Arenas Díaz

Estudiante de Doctorado

Eliana Marcela Peña Tibaduiza

Estudiante de Doctorado

Nuestro

alcance

Icono de estudiantes
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Estudiantes

*Cifras segundo
semestre de 2023

Graduado
0

Egresados

*Cifras tomadas hasta septiembre
de 2023

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Contact us

Contact

Telephone: +57 (607) 634 4000

Extension: 6501 – 6503

Email: malaga@uis.edu.co

Location

 UIS Málaga Campus

Málaga, Santander

Calle 20 # 6 – 20

Office hours

Office Hours:

Monday to Friday

7:00 a.m. – noon

2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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