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MSc - Master of Science
University of Reading
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
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MSc - Master of Science
University of Reading
Full Time
SEP-25
12 months
MSc - Master of Science
University of Reading
Part Time
SEP-25
24 months
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Overview
Develop your understanding of economic concepts and policies that promote world agricultural development with our MSc Agriculture Economics master’s degree. With an ever-increasing world population and growing pressure on the world’s finite resources, the analytical skills of agricultural economists are more relevant than ever.
Learning
You will have the option to specialise in a development pathway that will provide you with an area of expertise within agricultural development economics. You can also choose from a diverse range of modules that aim to give you the knowledge and skills you need to have an impact and be part of global change.
Career
Your MSc Agricultural Economics degree will provide you with the necessary skills to work as an agricultural economist in industry, government or non-governmental organisations. It also provides the essential training required to undertake higher study in agricultural economics. A wide variety of visiting speakers and field trips means you’ll have many opportunities for networking, while competitive internships, placements, and research dissertations provide opportunities to showcase your skills, undertake field research, or link with organisations in the development sector.
Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2:1 or above), or equivalent from a university outside the UK. Applicants who have relevant career experience are also welcome to apply. You will need an intermediate knowledge of microeconomics and quantitative methods, however, strong applicants with little or no training in economics may be admitted, provided you attend a pre-sessional economics course.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,800 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£22,350 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£22,350 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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