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BCom in Economics and Econometrics Extended

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg , South Africa
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Finance | Econometrics | Economics
Area of study
Business and Administration | Social Sciences
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
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Program Overview

BCom in Economics and Econometrics Extended

The BCom in Economics and Econometrics Extended is a undergraduate program offered by the College of Business and Economics, Department of Economics and Econometrics.


General

  • Faculty Website: College of Business and Economics
  • Department: Department of Economics and Econometrics
  • Programme Level: Undergraduate
  • Programme Name: BCom in Economics and Econometrics Extended
  • Programme Code: B3NE4Q
  • Medium of Facilitation: Full-Time
  • NQF Level: 7
  • NQF Credits: 540
  • SAQA: 73773
  • Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
  • Application End Date: 31 October 2025
  • Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway
  • Duration of Study: 4 Years

Purpose

The purpose of the extended year is aimed at access for success in terms of their foundational provision, i.e., in providing alternative access in the fields of Economics and Econometrics. Students are given foundational provision covering relevant academic skills together with subject-related themes, required to facilitate learning in the regular modules of Bachelor of Commerce degree programmes. The combination of foundational modules enables students to develop a comprehensive perspective and effective strategies for adjusting to, and meeting the demands of, the higher education environment with the purpose of being successful in the chosen Bachelor of Commerce programme. The purpose of the qualification is to equip students with the necessary theoretical and quantitative economic and econometric knowledge and skills in order to perform their duties as economists/econometricians in the private and public sectors of the economy.


Career Opportunities

  • Economist
  • Econometrician
  • Economic Analyst
  • Forecaster
  • Economic Planner

Admission Requirements

  • A minimum APS of 25 with Mathematics or 28 with Mathematical Literacy.
  • English 4 (50%)
  • Mathematics 3 (40%) or Mathematical Literacy 6 (70%).
  • Technical Mathematics is not accepted.

Selection Process

Selection is based on academic credit. Only new first-time entering candidates are considered for admission into BCom extended degree programmes. This means that those who previously enrolled at a Higher Education Institution do not qualify.


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