Overview

Agricultural Economics Candidates can do their PhD within the JPPAE at the University of Göttingen and Talca. Interested applicants should contact both coordinators in Göttingen and Talca in order to find funding opportunities for a PhD.

Features

By taking part in one of our programs, our PhD-students benefit from the international very well cross-linked Agricultural Faculty and its excellent reputation. Our research oriented PhD-program “Agricultural Economics” is dedicated to combine theoretical knowledge of agricultural topics with practical solutions.

We offer get a very well-distinguished education in agribusiness and its neighbouring fields of study.

Objectives of the program:

The application of economic theory to problems of international agribusiness, international trade, market and policy analysis, farm management, marketing and rural development
Carrying out relevant applied agricultural economic research in cooperation with leading research institutes and key agricultural stakeholders in Latinamerica and Europe.
Providing training in cutting-edge methods of quantitative and qualitative analysis Imparting the skills required to publish results in international journals.
Training participants in communication with policy makers and other stakeholders, and Develop solutions and strategies to combat hunger, poverty and resource depletion.
With regard to the PhD-program we have to give the advice, that we can`t offer an own scholarship to PhD-students! But we willingly support in search and application for a sponsorship.

Programme Structure

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

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More details

There is no deadline for submitting applications.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Göttingen, Germany

Disciplines

Agribusiness

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

A consecutive Master degree or Licenciatura in a relevant field of study with an excellent grade

excellent English proficiency

two letters of recommendation

agreement to provide PhD-supervision from a member of one of the participating departments

special qualification, which will be evaluated within an interview

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Semester fee: 466 Euro

Living costs

Göttingen

Germany

730 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Agricultural Economics.

Available Scholarships

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