MSc Agricultural Economics at University of Hohenheim

Programme overview

This research-based and methods-oriented programme deals with the economic, agricultural, and development policy relationships between the agricultural and food economy, the environment, and rural areas. In this English-language and international Master's programme funded by the DAAD, economic growth, sustainability, and social justice are central topics, especially in an international and development-related context.

Faculty: Faculty of Agricultural Sciences | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS credits | Study mode: full-time; English-taught | Intake: Winter semester | Location: Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

This degree programme places a great deal of emphasis on a well-founded education in business and agro-economic theories and methods, as well as on their application to specific problems and contexts in the international agricultural and food sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadlines 1st subject-related semesterOnly possible for the winter semester! German, EU citizens: 15 September Non-EU citizens: 15 March Higher subject-related semesters For the winter semester: German, EU citizens: 15 September Non-EU citizens: 15 March For the summer semester: All applications: 15 January Requirements Formal requirements: An above-average Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences or Business Administration and Economics or a related programme at a university in Germany or abroad or at a university of applied sciences with a standard period of study of at least 3 years or an equivalent degree (totaling 180 ECTS) (for other “related programmes,” see Annex 2 of the Admission Regulations). If the final grade or average grade of this degree is not above average, the applicant must also prove their special aptitude for the degree programmes (for details see Admission Regulations § 4). At least 6 ECTS credits in microeconomics and statistics Proven English language proficiency at TOEFL 90 or 4.5 (internet based), IELTS academic 6.5 overall band, or Duolingo 125 points.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-hohenheim.de/en/hohcampus

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