Program Overview
The Agricultural Economics at SOAS University of London is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 24 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Agricultural Economics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 1,050 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,050 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Agricultural Economics programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Economics and institutions for development or Economic principles
- Agricultural trade and policy
- Food security and social protection
- Political economy of public policy
- Applied econometrics
- Climate change and development
- Natural resource economics
- Project planning and management
- Rural development
- Understanding poverty
- Water resources management
- Rural finance
- One module selected from another programme
- Research methods
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
MSc degree
A good degree in an appropriate discipline acceptable to the University.
Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate
A degree or a technical or professional qualification and experience considered appropriate and relevant by the University.
Individual modules
Applicants may hold the qualifications specified above for entry to the Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate or to the MSc degree. Alternatively, if they do not hold such qualifications, the University may still consider the application but will require evidence of the student\'s ability to undertake an advanced course of study.
Computing requirements
Access to use of a computer is considered a requirement of studying with CeDEP*. The degree of access necessary can vary with the type of qualification being taken and the study modules involved. However, computer access for email communication with the CeDEP team, tutors and supervisors is essential.
Those studying for an MSc must be able to spend sufficient study time using a computer if they are to effectively complete the research methods module. This module is compulsory and requires the use of computer-based statistical software.
You should have access to a PC with the following capabilities:
- Internet connection and an up-to-date web browser such as Internet Explorer, Firefox or Safari.
- CD/DVD drive.
- Access to email.
- Software that can read Word and PDF files.
- Sufficient capacity for downloading and use of any required software.
- Access to a printer, if you choose to print your study materials.
*Prospective students are requested to contact us if the prerequisites for computer and printer access are likely to cause difficulties.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,050 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,050 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,050 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,050 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact SOAS University of London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About SOAS University of London
SOAS University of London
London, United Kingdom
SOAS is a public research university in London, England, and a member institution of the federal University of London. Established in 1916, the school specialises in the study of Africa, Asia, and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2006-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months