Bachelor of Agriculture Honours in Agricultural Economics at University of Fort Hare

Programme overview

A Bachelor of Agriculture Honours in Agricultural Economics provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the economic principles and practices that drive the agricultural sector. This program focuses on areas such as farm management, rural development, agricultural policy, and market analysis, equipping graduates to analyze the economic factors influencing agricultural production, trade, and food security. With a strong foundation in both economics and agriculture, graduates are prepared to address critical challenges such as resource allocation, sustainability, and the economic impacts of climate change on agriculture.

Faculty: Science and Agriculture | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Career opportunities listed on the page include Agricultural economist, Policy analyst, Agricultural consultant, Rural development officer, Farm manager, Agricultural finance specialist, Market analyst, Agribusiness manager.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants may be considered for registration for the degree if they hold the Bachelor of Agriculture degree of the University or have been granted equivalent status. Admission to any module in the Honours programme is subject to the approval of the Faculty Postgraduate Admissions Committee. In general, candidates seeking admission to the Honours programme are expected to have achieved at least 60% in the final year of the subject in which they intend to pursue Honours study. For admission to the Agricultural Economics option, applicants should hold the Bachelor of Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) degree of the University or be recognised as having equivalent status. Senate may also, on the recommendation of the Board, grant admission to a holder of another relevant bachelor’s degree. Where necessary, students may be asked to complete identified academic requirements, as determined by the Head of Department, in order to support their success in the programme.

Main intake: first semester starts 2 February 2026; second semester starts 13 July 2026.

The application fee of R120 is non-refundable and payable on or before 30 September; late applications for undersubscribed qualifications carry a fee of R300.

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