Students who wish to access the degree must have a good prior education in basic subjects such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology and drawing.
Deberá poseer capacidad de observación, de análisis y síntesis, habilidad y rapidez para el cálculo numérico y resolución de problemas cuantificables, así como tener un razonamiento lógico y abstracto. Además, debería ser amante de la Naturaleza y de la Agricultura y poseer un sólido acervo de nociones biológicas. Sentir curiosidad científica y tener dotes de observación para conocer los problemas de ambas.
Personal attitudes of initiative, ability to cooperate in a team, personal organization of work, perseverance, discipline, ability to work under pressure, leadership, responsibility and interest in the practical application of knowledge to solve real problems are highly appreciated.
Finally, manual skill in handling instruments or equipment is highly desirable as it will be widely used during the studies and after them.
Graduated students will be qualified for the following jobs: