University of Pretoria - Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
MScAgric (Agricultural Economics) (Coursework)
Pretoria, South Africa
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The MScAgric (Agricultural Economics) program focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles applied to agriculture and rural development. With a coursework format, it emphasizes analytical skills and practical applications in agricultural settings, preparing students for various challenges in the field.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in areas such as agricultural policy, rural development, and agricultural consulting. Potential job titles include agricultural economist, policy analyst, and rural development officer.
Introduction
MScAgric (Agricultural Economics) (Coursework)
Subject to Program-specific requirements, the curriculum for the MScAgric degree consists of the following:
- A dissertation; and
- Further study in the major subject/s, augmented by ancillary modules prescribed by the Postgraduate Studies Committee, on the recommendation of the head of department. Such ancillary modules may be taken simultaneously with the major subject/s. Candidates in possession of the BScAgricHons degree may be exempted from additional ancillary modules.
- Please note that not all modules will be offered in any one year.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
Core modules
- Applied econometrics 810
- Applied micro-economics 815
- Institutional economics 882
- Research methodology 888
Final year
Core modules
Mini-dissertation: Agricultural economics 892
Program Outcome
Credits:180