Economic Science

This Master comprises six courses – two compulsory and four electives – as well as a research paper of 20 000 words. The MCom Economic Science includes an additional compulsory course either in Applied Econometrics or Time Series Econometrics. 

1st Semester

• Microeconomics A
• Advanced Mathematical Economics
• Elective
• Mathematics Refresher (non-credit) First Block
• Research Methods (non-credit) Second Block
• Thesis topic selection – Mandatory Form

2nd Semester

• Macroeconomics 
• Time-series Econometrics or Applied Econometrics
• Elective (W)
• Submission of Research Proposal and Research Report
• To successfully finish coursework and Research Report by 4th block Semester (12 months)

• Certified copies of all your degree certificates and a full academic transcript covering all periods of registration. Include all details of courses undertaken and the marks obtained. Certified copies must bear the original Commissioner of Oaths’ stamp and signature. Any documentation not in English must be translated and sworn to by an authorised translator. Credit certificates are not acceptable. 
• Curriculum vitae. 
• An applicant to a postgraduate programme who holds a foreign qualification, is required to submit proof of evaluation of the qualification by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Attach certified copies of all your programme certificates and a full transcript of your academic record, to your application form. If you have applied for Financial Aid, obtain a separate copy for their records;
• Include all details of courses undertaken and the marks obtained. Any documentation not in English must be translated and sworn to by an authorised translator.
• A pass in the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) with a score of at least 7.0. 
• A non-refundable application fee of R200 is required. 

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