ProgrammeA-Level entryEconomics4 years

BSc Honours Computational Economics

University of Zimbabwe· Harare

Entry level: A-Level entry
Field of study: Economics
Duration: 4 years
Institution: University of Zimbabwe

Entry requirements

This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.

As the institution publishes it

At least 2 'A' Level passes plus 5 'O' Level passes including Mathematics and English Language; OR a relevant Diploma or equivalent as prescribed under the National Qualifications Framework.

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About this programme

Combines economics with programming and data science. You learn to build economic models and simulations, apply econometrics and machine-learning methods to large datasets, and forecast economic outcomes, for analytical roles in finance, policy and research. Best for students who like both economics and coding. Assessments include modelling projects and data analysis, matched to the demand for quantitative skills across Zimbabwean institutions.

What you will study

Econometrics and statistics; programming (e.g. Python/R); mathematical economics and modelling; data analytics and machine learning; simulation; macroeconomics.

Further study and pathways

MSc or PhD in economics, data science or quantitative finance; central banks, fintechs and consulting.

Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"

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