University of Pretoria - Faculty of Economic and Management Science
MPhil (Agricultural Economics) (Coursework)
Pretoria, South Africa
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About : The MPhil (Agricultural Economics) (Coursework) offers a comprehensive exploration of agricultural and resource economics. This program emphasizes theoretical and practical aspects to enhance your analytical and problem-solving skills in agricultural contexts. You'll learn through coursework and real-world applications, preparing you for advanced roles in the field.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in various sectors, including agribusiness, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Potential roles include agricultural policy analyst, economic consultant, or research assistant. This degree provides a strong foundation for further studies or influential positions in agricultural economics.
- Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
- Department: Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development
- Minimum duration of study: 2 years
- Total credits: 180
- NFQ Level: 09
Other programme-specific information
The degree programme must be completed within four years after the first registration.
Please note that not all modules are presented every year.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Year 1
Core modules
- Institutional economics 882
Elective Modules
- Quantitative methods for agricultural and environmental policy 814
- Partial equilibrium modelling and commodity market analysis 820
- Environmental evaluation and policy 826
- Agricultural supply chain management 883
- The economics of natural resources 886
- Selected topics in environmental economics 887
Final year
Core modules
- Dissertation: Agricultural economics 898
Credits: 180