

The Master's program in Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis at Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences is a two-year, full-time on-campus program that combines economic analysis with the study of policies related to agriculture, food systems, and environmental protection. The program equips students with the tools to evaluate and develop policies that promote sustainability and address global challenges in food production and environmental conservation.
Graduates will be well-prepared for careers in policy analysis, environmental economics, and sustainable development. The program provides students with the skills to work in government agencies, international organizations, and NGOs, enabling them to influence agricultural and environmental policies at the national and global levels.
Semester 1 – Foundations of Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis
• Introduction to Agricultural Policy and Food Systems
• Environmental Policy and Sustainability
• Food Security and Global Agriculture
• Research Methods in Policy Analysis
Semester 2 – Advanced Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy
• Policy Design and Evaluation in Agriculture
• Agricultural Economics and Rural Development
• Food Policy and Global Markets
• Elective Modules in Agricultural Policy
Semester 3 – Specialized Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis
• Agricultural Innovation and Policy Reform
• Climate Change and Agricultural Policy
• International Trade and Food Policy
• Fieldwork/Research Project in Agricultural Policy
Semester 4 – Master’s Thesis & Final Project
• Independent Research / Thesis
• Advanced Topics in Food and Environmental Policy
• Final Presentation & Research Evaluation
Graduates of the Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis program are prepared for careers in agricultural policy, food security, and environmental economics. They can work as policy analysts, food security experts, agricultural economists, and environmental consultants. The increasing complexity of global food systems and the need for sustainable agricultural policies create strong career prospects in this field. Graduates often work in government agencies, international organizations, think tanks, and NGOs, influencing policies that support sustainable food production and environmental protection.
The Agricultural, Food and Environmental Policy Analysis program provides students with a deep understanding of agricultural economics, food systems, and environmental policy. Students gain expertise in policy analysis, economic modeling, and sustainable development, preparing them for roles in policy-making and analysis. The program’s focus on global food systems and sustainability ensures that graduates are well-equipped to address the challenges of food security and environmental conservation.
For further information, please contact the admissions office at:
Phone: +46 18 67 10 00
Email: registrator@slu.se
Address: Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Almas allé 8, 750 07 Uppsala, Sweden