Why study Agricultural Economics at Dal?
Your knowledge will take you from the land to the global marketplace
At Dalhousie's Faculty of Agriculture in Truro, N.S.,听expert faculty听and leading researchers guide students through a program that blends听science and economics. You'll learn to see issues from a听global perspective听and develop the听leadership skills听to succeed.
Degree overview
Undergraduate Degree: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, BSc (Agr)Faculty: Faculty of Agriculture
Department: Department of Business and Social Sciences
Campus: Agricultural Campus, Truro
Program Length: 4 years
Program Start: September & January
What will I learn?
Agricultural Economics brings together elements of听mathematics, management and the social sciences听as part of a wide-ranging educational experience. Learning from听respected faculty, researchers and guest lecturers听from the听agri-food industry, students form an understanding of food production, public policy, trade opportunities and international food aid, among other topics.
Sample courses:
- Agricultural Futures and Options
- Environmental Economics
- Agricultural and Food Policy
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Small class sizes present a huge opportunity to learn with plenty of personal attention and an emphasis on debate and discussion.
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Careers and future study
The global population is growing, demand for food is increasing and the effective management of agricultural resources is becoming increasingly important.听A major in Agricultural Economics opens up a variety of opportunities听in both the private and public sectors. Career options for Agricultural Economics graduates include:
- economic analyst
- financial/credit advisor
- government or private industry economist
- policy analyst or advisor
- resource manager
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An Agricultural Economics major also provides an听excellent foundation for you to further your education through graduate or professional programs such as: Agriculture, Resource & Environmental Management and Economics.
Completion of this degree will make you eligible for Professional Agrology Membership (NSIA Nova Scotia Institute of Agrology; Agrology Agronomes Canada)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate admission requirements vary based on your previous education and your intended program of study at Dalhousie. Learn about our admissions requirements, book a campus tour, or connect with an advisor if you have questions about your eligibility for admission.