Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis (AFEPA) Master of Science
A two-year international double-degree Master's programme focused on the socio-economic and environmental analysis of agricultural and food policies.
Best for:Best for students with a strong background in economics seeking an international career in agricultural, food, and environmental policy analysis.
Overview
The AFEPA programme is a prestigious two-year international Master's degree offered in collaboration between the University of Bonn, the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, the Université Catholique de Louvain, and the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Students spend one year at two different partner universities, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the socio-economic and environmental impacts of agricultural and food policies. The curriculum emphasizes microeconomics, quantitative methods, and empirical analysis, preparing graduates for professional roles in international agencies, NGOs, and the private sector. The programme includes joint summer schools and culminates in a Master's thesis, providing a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing doctoral studies.
What you'll do
- Complete 120 ECTS credits across two different partner universities over four semesters.
- Participate in core courses covering microeconomics, consumer theory, producer theory, and welfare economics.
- Apply quantitative methods, including statistics and econometrics, to policy-relevant economic problems.
- Attend and actively participate in two joint summer schools involving workshops, lectures, and field trips.
- Conduct independent research and write a Master's thesis addressing a concrete policy issue.
- Present the Master's thesis orally at the end of the second year of studies.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 3 years, 180 ECTS) with an average grade of 'B' or higher.
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; B2 level required (IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90).
Instruction: English
- Minimum of 24 ECTS credits in economics, including microeconomics and statistics.
- Proficiency in English at B2 level or higher (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90).
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
- Hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with at least 180 ECTS.
- Meet the minimum economics credit requirement of 24 ECTS.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-02-15
Applications for the 2027 cohort are submitted via the official AFEPA website or email. Applicants should consult the programme website for specific document requirements and exact submission dates.
- Academic transcripts
- English language proficiency certificate
- CV
- Letter of motivation
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