Course code: #SP-ECONO
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The course at UWA covers the core elements of advanced agricultural economics, agribusiness, and development, with the overall course emphasis on the application of theory to real-world circumstances.
The core themes of the course are - applied economic analysis, policy analysis, agribusiness management and analysis, and development.
Specialisations are available in each of the core areas of Agribusiness, Economics, or Development.
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.
Globally, and especially within the region, there is strong demand for agricultural economists, agribusiness specialists, and development experts that understand the role of agriculture in poverty reduction.
Employers are seeking technically competent graduates, and this can be achieved either through coursework study or a combination of coursework and dissertation study.
$60,025
| Cost of living | 1 person | $10,620 |
| Accommodation | 1 bed room | $14,625 |
| Tuition | 1 person | $45,400 |
Note: All transcripts must be in English.
The UWA Centre for English Language Teaching offers two ways, or pathways, to improve English language proficiency to the level required by the University for entry into its undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
| Course | Entry Requirements: | Lead to | Duration |
| IELTS (Academic format) | 5.5 with no band score below 5.0 6.0 with no band score below 5.5 | Direct entry to most under- and post-graduate courses | 20 weeks 10 weeks |
| TOEFL IBT | 58 with a minimum score of writing 16, speaking 15, listening & reading 7 68 with a minimum score of writing 20, speaking 17, listening 11, reading 12 | Direct entry to most under- and post- graduate courses | 20 weeks 10 weeks |
| Pearson Test of English (Academic) | 46 overall with no individual score below 42 54 overall with no individual score below 46 | Direct entry to most under- and post- graduate courses | 20 Weeks 10 Weeks |
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;
and
(c) completed prior studies at a tertiary level with significant content in economics, statistics/econometrics or mathematics; or in a related cognate discipline, as recognised by UWA.
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