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Bachelor of Economics (Revised ‐ Phased in 2018)
Modes of Study  Full-time/ Part-time/ Distance
Duration 3 Years
Level Undergraduate
Course Code 07BECO

Description 

The  Bachelor  of  Economics  provides  a  systematic  and  coherent  introduction  to  the  knowledge,  principles,  concepts,  data, 
theories  and  problem‐solving  techniques  of  the  economics  discipline.  The  programme  will  enable  students  to  acquire 
cognitive/intellectual skills, practical skills and key transferable skills and to apply these skills in solving economic problems that 
face the public and private sectors, as well as the overall economy. 
The Bachelor of Economics specifically aims at: 
• providing students with a good foundation in the fundamental concepts, theories and frameworks of economics; 
• developing the ability of students to analyse information from a wide range of sources; 
• equipping students with the requisite skills to work effectively as individuals and as members of teams; and, 
• enabling students to communicate effectively in the workplace. 


General Admissions

Candidates may be admitted  to this programme if  they meet the General Admission Requirements of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (GI2.1 in Part 1 of NUST Yearbook). In addition, students should have minimum "D" symbol in Grade 12/  NSSCO Mathematics. 

Mature  age  candidates  will  be  considered  provided  they  meet  the  requirements  and  pass  the  mature  age  entrance  examinations of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (GI2.2 in Part 1 of NUST Yearbook). 


Career Opportunities 

Economist, Trainee Financial Analyst, Trainee Manager, Broker/Dealers

About Namibia University of Science and Technology

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Vision

To be a premier university of science and technology preparing leaders for the knowledge economy.

Mission

To be a responsive university creatively meeting the needs of students, society and the economy through multiple pathways for excellent education, applied research, innovation and service in collaboration with stakeholders.

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