The Bachelor of Commerce in Economics at the University of South Africa (Unisa) is a three-year open distance learning degree that provides students with rigorous training in economic theory, policy analysis, quantitative methods, and applied economics within the South African and global context. Students develop the analytical skills to understand macroeconomic trends, microeconomic behaviour, financial markets, trade, and development economics — capabilities in high demand across government, banking, research, and international organisations. Unisa's distance learning format makes economics accessible to South Africans who cannot attend traditional campus programmes, enabling professionals already working in economic roles to gain formal credentials. Graduates are well positioned for roles in research, finance, and policy.
Admission requirements: National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Degree endorsement and at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning and at least 50% in Mathematics, or an appropriate Higher Certificate or Diploma in Economic and Management Sciences.
