The Bachelor of Commerce in the field of Financial Sciences at Wits prepares students for the future of finance in the digital age, combining core financial disciplines — corporate finance, investments, and economics — with data science, coding, and financial technology (FinTech). The programme builds strong mathematical and computational foundations in first year, advances through corporate finance, investment, financial modelling, and FinTech in second year, then specialises in computational finance, big data analytics, machine learning, and applied statistics in third year. This degree equips graduates to analyse financial data, build quantitative models, and tackle complex challenges in South Africa's rapidly evolving digital financial services landscape.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: Level 5
Mathematics: Level 7
APS: 42
Financial Data Scientist – Applies machine learning and statistical modelling to large financial datasets for South African banks, insurers, and asset managers, driving data-driven investment and risk decisions.
FinTech Specialist – Develops digital financial products, payment systems, and alternative lending platforms for South Africa’s growing fintech sector including companies like Jumo, TymeBank, and Discovery Bank.
Quantitative Analyst – Builds mathematical pricing and risk models for derivative products and portfolio management at South African investment banks and hedge funds.
Computational Finance Engineer – Develops algorithmic trading systems and high-frequency trading infrastructure for South African and global financial institutions operating on the JSE and international exchanges.
Investment Analyst – Evaluates equity and fixed income investments for South African asset management companies, applying advanced portfolio theory, econometrics, and data analytics.
