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Master of Agricultural Economics

The Master of Agricultural Economics is a globally relevant economics degree that focuses on analysis of production, consumption, and trade issues in the global food, fibre and energy sectors.
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Careers and further study

Take your studies to a new level with a postgraduate degree and discover what career opportunities lie ahead.

Career Pathways

The career options for graduates from the program are broad and include consulting, agribusiness, grain marketing and grains trading, economic advice agencies, banking, insurance and risk management, development agencies, and government and non-governmental organisations in developed or developing countries.
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Career Pathways

The career options for graduates from the program are broad and include consulting, agribusiness, grain marketing and grains trading, economic advice agencies, banking, insurance and risk management, development agencies, and government and non-governmental organisations in developed or developing countries.
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Career Opportunities

Further Study

Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research.

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Further Study

Students completing this degree may have the option to pursue further studies in research.

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Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course.

Domestic Fees

Postgraduate - fee paying students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
96
Average Annual Fee - 2020
$9,527
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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International Fees

Postgraduate – onshore students

Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.

Course Credit Points
96
Total Course Fee - 2019
$78,600.00
Total Course Fee - 2020
$80,200.00
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Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Cost of living

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.
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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

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How to apply

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Course details

Are you looking for professional masters training in agricultural or applied economics that is well rounded, rigorous, and of immediate relevance to your career? From 2018 UWA is offering a new Master in Agricultural Economics degree. The degree offers technical and applied training across areas that are immediately relevant to careers in consulting, many industry sectors, and government and non-governmental organisations.

About The Course

There are two entry points for the degree. For graduates with academic or employment backgrounds in economics or agricultural economics there is a fast track program that builds on your existing knowledge base. For those who wish to change careers and do not have a background in economics, agricultural economics or business, there is a comprehensive program to develop your skills rapidly in the first six months of the program. Graduates from the degree leave with the technical skills to make leading contributions in areas of policy development, economic analysis, and the means to drive business profitability; and are well positioned to rapidly advance their career.
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About The Course

The fast-track course consists of 12 units, completed over 18 months, and the full program for students from a non-cognate background consists of 16 units completed over 24 months. Entry to the program is available in either semester. The degree is offered by Agricultural and Resource Economics group located within the UWA School of Agriculture and Environment. The UWA Agricultural and Resource Economics group is Australia's top ranked research group in the field of Agricultural and Resource Economics, and teaching is lead by staff with expertise in: agricultural policy analysis, bioeconomic modelling, environmental economics, consumer demand analysis, production efficiency analysis, water economics, development economics, and many other areas of applied economics, including technology adoption, the design of agri-environmental schemes, the use of non-market valuation techniques, agribusiness analysis, international trade.
Master of Agricultural Economics

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2020
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
  • Online
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Refer to the UWA Handbook
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 73530
CRICOS code
  • 089266E
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Master of Agricultural Economics

Quick Details

Status
  • Available 2020
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
  • Online
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Refer to the UWA Handbook
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 73530
CRICOS code
  • 089266E
Full time/part time duration
  • 2 years
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of Agricultural Economics

Course Structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Course structure details

Course structure details

This course will be offered in 2018.

Why study agricultural economics?

  • Understand what key biophysical, social, policy, and economic drivers are important to improve the management of agricultural production systems
  • Expand and/or deepen your knowledge base in agricultural and resource economics
  • Institute of Agriculture, including possibility of jointly-supervised thesis research
  • This degree prepares you for careers in consulting, industry, government and non-governmental organisations

Why study agricultural economics?

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Flexibility

We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.

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The UWA School of Agriculture and Environment uses Western Australia’s rich biodiversity to better understand the world’s natural resources.
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