Subject:
Agricultural and Resource Econ
Credit units:
6
Offered:
Term 1 and 2
College:
Agriculture and Bioresources
Department: Agricultural and Resource Econ
Description
This is a research, technical writing and communications course in which the student conducts independent research on a relevant economic problem. The research project includes a literature review utilizing electronic and library resources, a clear articulation and use of the appropriate concepts, an empirical investigation, and the interpretation and presentation of results. A comprehensive and formal research paper is written. Research methodology and technical writing skills are addressed in a series of lectures at the beginning of the term. An oral exam of the thesis is required.
Prerequisite(s): AREC 272.3 and AREC 262.3 and successful completion of 75 credit units of university level courses.
Restriction(s): Restricted to B.S.A. (AGEC) and BSCAGB Honours programs.
Note:Students with credit for BPBE 494 may not take this course for credit.
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