Extended Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Economic Sciences with International Trade | 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 International Trade at NWU's Vanderbijlpark campus is a four-year programme providing an accessible extended entry into international trade economics studies. Students who meet the minimum requirements but need foundational support benefit from an additional preparatory year before engaging with the full international economics curriculum. South Africa's growing participation in the AfCFTA and other regional trade agreements is creating new demand for trade-literate professionals across the public and private sectors. Graduates develop analytical and trade management skills applicable to export promotion, customs practice, and trade policy support roles.

Mathematics: Level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy: Level 6 (70-79%)
English: Level 3 (40-49%)
APS: 24

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
English Home Language or English First Additional Language40%Required
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy40%Required

Career Prospects

Junior Trade Analyst – Collect and analyse South African trade data, tariff schedules, and market access information for exporters, government, or trade facilitation organisations.
Customs Clearance Agent – Prepare and submit import/export documentation through South African customs on behalf of trading companies or freight forwarders.
Export Development Assistant – Support export promotion programmes and market entry research for South African SMEs seeking to expand into African or international markets.
Trade Finance Administrator – Process letters of credit, invoice financing, and trade payment documents for South African banks or trade finance companies.
International Business Graduate – Enter structured graduate programmes at South African multinationals, development finance institutions, or export credit agencies after completing the degree.

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