OpenFieldJoint Doctoral Trajectory in Urban Agriculture & Closed-Loop Circular Nutrient Recovery (with WUR)
Four-year joint doctoral program between HAS green academy and Wageningen University researching struvite phosphorus precipitation, vertical aeroponic systems, and zero-discharge urban hydroponics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree with distinction in environmental engineering, plant physiology, or bio-resource science
- English language proficiency
- Professional English proficiency
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated prior research thesis in hydroponics, wastewater nutrient stripping, or life cycle assessment
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Dual funding: HAS HBO research appointment (€34,000/year) + Wageningen University (WUR) doctoral degree
- Application fee
- €0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition waiver covered by university partnership
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 1, 2026 (2027 cohort)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official HAS University of Applied Sciences documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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