Extended Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Economic Sciences with Econometrics | NWU

APS Required

points

Duration

4 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

What is an Extended Programme?

An Extended Programme provides extra academic support to help students adjust to university-level studies. It includes foundational courses to strengthen key skills, ensuring a smoother transition into the degree.
Learn more about Extended Programmes.

Details

The Extended BCom in Economic Sciences with Econometrics at NWU's Mahikeng campus is a four-year programme that provides students with additional foundational preparation before progressing to the full Econometrics curriculum. The extended year equips students with the mathematical and analytical foundations required for rigorous econometric study, broadening access to this high-value quantitative discipline. South Africa needs more quantitatively skilled graduates who can contribute to evidence-based policy and economic analysis, and this programme plays a role in developing that pipeline from historically under-resourced communities. Graduates are prepared for entry-level analytical roles and postgraduate study in economics or data science.

Mathematics: Level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy: Level 4 (50-59%)
English: Level 3 (40-49%)
APS: 20

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
English Home Language or English First Additional Language40%Required
Mathematics40%Required

Career Prospects

Research Field Worker – Collect economic and social data for South African surveys and studies conducted by Statistics SA, the HSRC, or academic research institutions.
Junior Data Analyst – Process and interpret datasets to support economic research and business intelligence functions at South African companies or government bodies.
Administrative Economist – Coordinate economic reporting, data management, and analytical support for South African government departments or development finance institutions.
Postgraduate Economics Student – Use the BCom as a foundation for Honours and Master’s studies in economics, econometrics, or data science at a South African university.
Community Development Researcher – Support evidence-based community development planning and evaluation for South African NGOs or local government using basic econometric methods.

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