Master of Science with Thesis
The M.S. degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics provides training in economic theory and its application to the agricultural and resource sectors of the economy and helps students identify the basic nature of problems and to conduct and interpret research. Students who select the thesis option are expected to demonstrate competency by satisfactorily completing a thesis based on original research. An oral examination covering both the research and course work is required.
A student seeking an M.S. degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics may elect one of the following two areas of emphasis with a thesis option:
- (1) Agribusiness Trade or
- (2) Research Policy & Development.
Requirements for the Masters Program
The Masters program in Agricultural and Applied Economics consists of a minimum of 30 hours of graduate credit for the M.S. thesis option and an additional 6 hours for the Master's thesis.
Final Examination
The student's graduate committee will conduct an oral examination after all other requirements for the degree have been completed. The chairperson of the student's graduate committee must establish an examination date and notify the other members of the student's graduate committee and faculty in the department at least 5 working days prior to the final examination. The student is expected to defend the thesis and demonstrate an ability to discuss issues of importance in the chosen areas of specialization.
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Department
of Agricultural and Applied Economics
Texas Tech University
Box 42123
Lubbock, TX 79409
Phone: (806) 742-2821
Fax: (806) 742-1099
E-mail: aaec@ttu.edu
Last Updated 7/18/05