SACCAR
Southern African Center for Cooperation in Agriculrural and Natural Resources Research and Training

Masters programmes under SACCAR

Msc Agricultural Economics
University of Zimbabwe

The Southern African Center for Co-operation in Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Training (SACCAR) invites applications for admission into the Msc degree programme in Agricultural Economics, at University of Zimbabwe, Harare. The Msc programme lasts for two academic years: the first year is devoted to course work and the second to research and thesis preparation.

Admission requirements

Admission into the programme normally requires a minimum of a second class (lower division)/credit Bachelors degree or its equivalent.

The programme

The objective of the programme is to provide qualified candidates with applied economic concepts and analytical skills entailing identifying, analysing and interpreting economic problems affecting the performance of the agriculture, food and natural resources sectors in SADC. The programme is open to students with a background in agriculture and related degrees with course work and/or specialisation in Agricultural Economics or B.Sc. Economics with course work and experience in agriculture.

Method of application

Prospective candidates should write to the address given below for further details. They should include the following details:

  • Personal data (name, address including fax/e-mail, nationality and citizenship, date and place of birth, sex, marital status).

  • Educational background (including details of school-leaving qualifications and transcripts of university degrees/diplomas).

  • Employment record showing work experience, and list of any publications

  • Names of three referees who may be approached to provide references on your academic, professional and personal qualities.

  • A one page, type-written statement of how the Msc training will meet your professional objectives, and also contribute to the development of your country.

  • A letter of support from your current employer, if applicable.

    • Enquiries should be addressed to: The Chairperson, Department of Agricultural, Economics & Extension, University of Zimbabwe, P.O. Box MP167, Mount Pleasant, Harare, Zimbabwe, Telephone: 263-4-303211, Fax: 263-4-303544

    Or The Director SACCAR, Private Bag 00108, Gaborone, Botswana Tel:+267 328847/8:Fax:+267 328806 Email:bndunguru@saccar.info.bw

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    Copyright Chris Lungu, SACCAR, Private Bag 00108, Gaborone, Botswana email address: clungu@saccar.info.bw