MAgric (Agri-business Management)

Master’s degree

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0686_100_A101

After completion of the degree BAgricHons you can apply for admission to the Master of Agriculture in Agri-business Management. The programme consists of a research component and is designed to develop your ability to undertake independent research in terms of problem-solving, multidisciplinary approaches and scientific scholarship. After completion of the programme you will be able to carry out independent investigations in selected aspects of the agricultural and related sectors.

The research component focuses on the management of agriculture-related industries and agricultural economic analysis. Independent research must be carried out on a suitable topic within the broad framework of agricultural potential assessment, international competitiveness or structural changes in agriculture.

Kontakbesonderhede

Prof A Jooste

Programme Coordinator

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+27 21 808 4899

Doen aansoek

Besoek programwebwerf

Programoorsig

Duur

Two years

Kampus

Stellenbosch

Type

Full thesis

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When applying for a postgraduate programme, some may require you to upload additional supporting documents beyond completing the standard application form online. Where such documents are required, more information will appear under the section below titled “Supporting Application Documents.”

Please note that selection for postgraduate programmes is highly competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Research Master’s and PhD applicants are strongly advised to consult the relevant department before applying to discuss their proposed research topic and confirm the availability of a suitable supervisor.

Minimum toelatingsvereistes

The one-year BAgricHons degree, as well as other qualifications that Senate has approved for this purpose.
An average final mark of 60% for the major subject.

Programstruktuur

Compulsory Module
15504: Agricultural Economics
818(180): Master’s thesis

Assessment and Examination
After completion of the research you must submit a thesis to the satisfaction of the examiners and present a seminar. You will be expected to defend your thesis during this seminar.

Last updated 01 April 2026

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