Applications of theory and methods in agricultural economics

About this programme

Knowledge equivalent to: 60 credits economics 7\.5 credits agricultural economics English 6 Exemption granted from the general entry requirement of Swedish NA0190, Applications of theory and methods in agricultural economics, 7.5 Hp Print syllabus Finalized by: Jon Petter Gustafsson, 2022-12-09 Valid from : Spring semester 2024 (2024-01-15) 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. Knowledge equivalent to: 60 credits economics 7\.5 credits agricultural economics English 6 Exemption granted from the general entry requirement of Swedish The aim of the course is to provide in-depth knowledge of how economic theories and methods can be applied to empirically analyze economic and political problems relating to the agricultural sector and other actors of the food system, from a production as well as a consumption perspective. The course includes reading and critically reviewing scientific articles. After completing the course, the students will have the ability to independently formulate problems and questions and to identify adequate economic methods. show in-depth knowledge and understanding of how economic theory and economic methods can be used to address research questions oriented towards the agricultural sector and the food system. This includes based on scientific articles to identify and assess strengths and weaknesses with alternative methods, for example when evaluating different policies,