University of Namibia Bachelor of Economics

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1 University of Namibia Bachelor of Economics

1.1 Degree

1.2 Introduction

1.3 Admission Criteria

1.4 Duration of Study

1.5 Modules

1.6 See Also

UNAM Bachelor of Economics Course

Degree

Bachelor of Economics Honours

Introduction

The Bachelor of Economics Degree (Honours) programme aims to produce graduates who are technically and intellectually competent in the applications of economic theories, models and techniques in day to day economic decision making processes.

Admission Criteria

This should be read in conjunction with the General Information and Regulations Prospectus.

A candidate should be in possession of a grade 12 certificate, with a minimum of 25 points in fivesubjects on the UNAM point scale including English with at least a Csymbol; also aC symbol inMathematics is required.
A candidate who is in possession with a minimum of 27 points in five subjectson the UNAM point scaleincluding English with at least a D symbol in Mathematics will be considered for admission.
Admission could also be considered for persons who qualify through the Mature Age Entry Schemeupon successful completion of the relevant examinations as set out in the General Information andRegulations Prospectus.

Duration of Study

The Bachelor of Economics degree (Honours) cannot be obtained in less than FOUR years. The degree must be completed within SIX YEARS of full-time registration.

Modules

Year 1, Semester 1
English Communication & Study Skills
Fundamentals of Accounting A
Business Mathematics
Basic Microeconomics
Computer Literacy

Year 1, Semester 2
English for Academic Purposes
Principles of Management
Basic Mathematical Economics
Contemporary Social Issues
Basic Macroeconomics

Year 2, Semester 1
Intermediate Mathematical Economics I
Intermediate Microeconomics I
Intermediate Macroeconomics I
Economic Statistics I

Year 2, Semester 2
Intermediate Mathematical Economics II
Intermediate Microeconomics II
Intermediate Macroeconomics II
Economic Statistics II

Year 3, Semester 1
Econometrics I
International Trade
Dynamic Quantitative Analysis
Research Methods and Economic Reporting

Year 3, Semester 2
Econometrics II
International Finance
Financial Economics
Namibian Economy

Year 4, Semester 1
Economic Theory and Policy I
Monetary Economics
Research Project

Year 4, Semester 2
Economic Theory and Policy II
Public Economics
Economics of Growth and Development
Research Project