Guelph,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics in Guelph Canada | University of Guelph
University of Guelph
|
Guelph Canada
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
19,681
(c. USD14,115.88)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics focuses intensely on research while delivering exceptional education and community engagement initiatives. Our graduate curriculum applies modern theories and cutting-edge methodologies to address challenges in food systems, agricultural economics, natural resource management, and economic growth. These programs prepare students to become influential researchers and policymakers by emphasizing policy-focused, problem-driven investigations presented with precision and impact. Both MSc and PhD degrees cultivate essential analytical, technical, and presentation abilities for evaluating agricultural and environmental issues while effectively conveying research outcomes. The MSc combines coursework with original thesis research, typically spanning 5-6 semesters. The more advanced PhD program includes rigorous coursework, comprehensive examinations, and dissertation research, generally requiring about 12 semesters to complete.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Students entering the Doctoral program require a minimum average of B or 73% in the last two years of study and completion of a Bachelor's degree. (Note: most successful applicants have an average of 80%, A- or higher.) Students entering the PhD program are expected to have satisfied the requirements, or their equivalents, (contains significant mathematics components and several economic theory courses) of the department's MSc degree in Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) = 7.0 overall score and a minimum score of 6.5 in the Speaking and Writing category
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
TOEFL - Paper based test (PBT) = 587
TOEFL - Internet based test (IBT) = 95
NOTE: A minimum overall score of 95 must be achieved, with at least 22 in Speaking, 26 in Writing and 21 in the Listening and Reading categories.
University of Guelph Language Certificate = Advanced Level
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
TOEFL - Paper based test (PBT) = 587
TOEFL - Internet based test (IBT) = 95
NOTE: A minimum overall score of 95 must be achieved, with at least 22 in Speaking, 26 in Writing and 21 in the Listening and Reading categories.
University of Guelph Language Certificate = Advanced Level
Tuition
CAD
19,681