BSc Honours Economics and Development
- 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
An economics degree with a development focus. You learn economic theory and quantitative methods and apply them to growth, poverty, trade, public policy and the specific challenges facing developing economies like Zimbabwe's. Ideal for students who want to understand how economies work and contribute to national development. Assessment relies on quantitative analysis and policy papers, preparing graduates for policy and research.
What you will study
Microeconomics and macroeconomics; development economics; econometrics and statistics; public economics; international trade; economic policy analysis.
Further study and pathways
MSc or PhD in economics; central bank, ministries, banks, NGOs and international organisations.
Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"
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