Agricultural Economics

Agricultural Economics
This course provides students with the essential tools required for theoretical and empirical economic analysis, particularly in relation to the renewable natural resources sector. It aims to equip students with the rigorous technical skills that are generic to the field of agricultural economics, while maintaining a focus on applications rather than abstract analysis. Students are able to take modules orientated towards development, production, marketing, policy, and economic transition. The course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career as an agricultural economist or to undertake higher studies within this area.

Career Prospects For Graduates
Typically, graduates of this course will find work as applied economists in the following fields:
government ministries undertaking work in agricultural policy analysis
public and private sector companies involved in upstream and downstream agricultural industries
international and non-governmental organisations concerned with the economic analysis of agricultural sector issues
applied research and teaching in institutions of research and higher education