Bachelor of Commerce in Economics | SPU

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Bachelor of Commerce in Economics at Sol Plaatje University develops graduates with deep quantitative and analytical competencies to interpret and shape economic policy and decision-making in South Africa and beyond. The programme combines economic theory with technology-driven learning, producing critical thinkers who can carry out sophisticated economic analysis and communicate findings to specialist and non-specialist audiences. Graduates are equipped to function in diverse multicultural environments — a vital skill in the Northern Cape's multilingual communities and South Africa's complex public and private sectors.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: NSC Level 4 or 5 respectively
Mathematics: NSC Level 5 OR Mathematics: NSC Level 4 AND Economics or Business Studies: NSC Level 3
APS: Minimum 30 points

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
Mathematics60%Required
English Home Language or English First Additional Language50%Required

Career Prospects

Economist – Analyse market trends, inflation, employment, and resource allocation for government departments, banks, or research bodies.
Economic Policy Analyst – Evaluate and develop policy recommendations for the National Treasury, DPME, or provincial government structures.
Financial Risk Analyst – Identify and model economic risks for investment banks, insurance companies, and asset managers.
Development Finance Specialist – Work with institutions like the IDC, DBSA, or SEFA to finance economic growth in underserved regions.
Investment Analyst – Research securities, commodities, and economic conditions to guide portfolio decisions for asset managers or pension funds.

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