BScAgric in Agricultural Economics at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A four-year programme developing agricultural economists and managers with a thorough understanding of agricultural economics and management techniques for the public and private sectors. Fields of study include agricultural economic analysis, analysis and management, and combinations with food science.

Faculty: AgriSciences | Duration: Four years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Researcher in macroeconomic analysis (agricultural and food policy); agricultural economist at a financial institution or marketing organisation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

NSC/IEB: aggregate of at least 60% (excluding Life Orientation); English OR Afrikaans (Home Language or First Additional Language) 50%; Mathematics 60%; Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry) 50%. NBTs compulsory for IEB-ISC applicants. Selection guidelines apply.

Undergraduate applications and residence applications close on 31 July. Applications for the 2027 intake open on 1 April. The Diploma in Public Accountability closes on 15 December. Applications for financial assistance at SU close on 30 September.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

Apply through the official page: https://www.su.ac.za/en/apply/undergrad

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