Type	Bachelor, e-learning
Nominal duration	3 years (180 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	B.Sc (Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics)
Accreditation	Certified by Swiss EduQua via certificate no CH20/0771

Tuition fee	€2,500 per semester Number of semesters = 6 Fee for each semester must be paid before the start of the semester

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) Age All applicants have to be at least 17 years of age on or before the commencement date of their program.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 6+ or TOEFL 79+ TOEFL (PBT: 550+; iBT: 80+; CBT: 214+) OR PTE 50+ , OR Any other proficiency test taken in the last 2 years English Proficiency Waiver: The English proficiency test is waived-off for the following candidates: - Native English Speakers, OR; - Applicants having completed 12 years of schooling in English language

More information	jliedu.ch/..rse/bsc-agricultural-economics

Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics program offered by James Lind Institute, Switzerland is a 100% online degree that has been developed specifically for students who would like to study online in a flexible, self-paced, on-demand environment.

Total Duration: 3 years
Number of semesters: 6
Semester length: 6 months

Mode of learning: e-learning (Online)

Programme structure

The program follows the following general scheme for the three years of study:

Year 1

Semester 1

Introduction to Economics
Microeconomics
Quantitative Methods for Economics I
Mathematical Economics I
Business Communication

Semester 2

Macroeconomics
Quantitative Methods for Economics II
Monetary Economics
Contemporary Economic Challenges

Year 2

Semester 3

Public Finance
Introduction to Econometrics
Agricultural Economics
Global Issues in Food & Nutrition
CSR: Ethics & Law

Semester 4

Mathematical Economics II
Economic Growth Theory
Purpose Economy
Agriculture Marketing
Government & Environmental Policy

Year 3

Semester 5

International Trade and Finance
Business Intelligence, Big Data &Applications in the Industry
Agriculture Policy Analysis
Global Trade & International Agribusiness

Semester 6

Ecological Economics
Developmental Economics
Enterprise & Circular Economy
International Economics

Research Project

Career opportunities

Graduates of the B.Sc. in Agricultural Economics can pursue diverse careers in agribusiness, farm management, agricultural policy analysis, commodity trading, rural development, and international agricultural organizations. They may also find opportunities in research, consulting, and finance related to the agricultural sector. The program equips graduates with the analytical and economic expertise needed to address challenges in food security, sustainable agriculture, and rural development.