The BCom in Economics and Statistics at Nelson Mandela University is a three-year degree that combines rigorous economic theory with advanced statistical methods, preparing students for analytically demanding careers in finance, research, and data science. Students develop strong quantitative skills in probability theory, regression analysis, and time-series modelling, applied to economic problems such as inflation, unemployment, and financial market behaviour in the South African context. Graduates are particularly sought after by South African banks, the Reserve Bank, Statistics South Africa, and consultancies.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50%
Mathematics: 60%
APS: 390
