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Syllabus

NA0181 Topics in contemporary applied agricultural economics II, 7.5 Credits

Aktuella teman inom tillämpad agrar ekonomi II

Subjects

Economics

Education cycle

Master’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	7.5	0101

Advanced study in the main field

Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Master’s level (A1N)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

180 hp, of which at least 90 hp in Economics. Knowledge equivalent to English 6.

Objectives

The course aims at providing students with insights into contemporary research in agricultural economics, regarding current questions, applications and research methods.

After successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Discuss how current research topics contribute to solving current problems in the agricultural sector.

• Apply a current research methodology in the field of agricultural economics.

• Identify the need for continued research in the field of agricultural economics.

Content

The course is conducted by means of a compulsory seminar part, where the current research in the field of agricultural economics is addressed through a focus on newly published literature in the field. Furthermore, the course is conducted by means of a method part, where students through a compulsory project learn to apply a current research method in the field of agricultural economics. The students will also identify and motivate the need for continued research in the field of agricultural economics, which will be presented in a compulsory assignment.

The course contains a review of current research topics and methods in the field of agricultural economics. The students also receive training in the practical application of a current method in the field of agricultural economics, as well as to identify and motivate the need for continued research in the field.

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

Passed exam.

Passed Project.

Passed assignments.

Participation in compulsory seminars.

• If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Other information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Responsible department

Department of Economics