University Of Cape Town Economics

Welcome to the home page of the School of Economics at the University of Cape Town.

The School of Economics is one of the largest departments in the University, offering tuition to more than 3000 undergraduate students and approximately 150 postgraduate students. The department consists of over 30 staff members who cover a broad range of disciplines in economics in their teaching and research. In addition, the School has a strong research focus and hosts several active research units. This site provides access to a range of information regarding the study, research, and student life in the School of Economics at the University of Cape Town.

The following programs are offered by the School of Economics:

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Business Science specializing in Economics
Economics with Law (Bachelor of Business Science or Bachelor of Commerce)
Bachelor of Social Science Degree Majoring in Economics
Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Finance
Bachelor of Commerce specializing in Economics and Statistics
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE)

Postgraduate

Postgraduate Diploma:

Postgraduate Diploma in Survey Data Analysis for Development

Honours Programmes:

Honours in Economics
Economic Analysis of Financial Markets (EAFM) – Formerly Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management

Masters Programmes:

Masters Programmes in Economics by Coursework and Dissertation
- Specialising in Economics
- Specializing in Economic Science
- Specializing in Applied Economics
- Specializing in Economic Development
Masters by Dissertation only
MPhil specializing in Financial Technology

Doctorate Programmes:

Please note that the closing date for the AERC Collaborative Ph.D. program is 31 July. Please note this earlier closing date.

Ph.D. by Dissertation
Ph.D. by Coursework and Dissertation (Including the AERC Collaborative Programme)
Ph.D. in Economic Sciences

Bachelor of Economics Programmes at UCT

The faculty of commerce offers prospective and/or existing students a thorough overview of the economics field, South Africa, and the various career opportunities accessible. Please consult the webpage for more information.

Three Year Undergraduate Degrees

Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Social Science [Philosophy, Politics & Economics Degree (PPE)]
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Finance Degree)
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Statistics Degree)
Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Law Degree)
Bachelor of Business Science (BBusSc) (4 or 5-year degree)

Postgraduate Degrees
Honours Programmes

Honours in Economics Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management

Masters Programmes

Masters Programme in Economics by Dissertation
Masters Programme in Economics by Coursework and Dissertation
Masters in Economics
Master in Economic Science

Visit the School of Economics website for more detailed information.

Contact Us

Contact Us at the School of Economics
The School of Economics is located at the Middle Campus‚ UCT, Rondebosch
General Enquiries
Tel: (021) 650–5751
Fax: (021) 650–2854
Senior Secretary: Thembisa Nyamakazi, thembisa.nyamakazi@uct.ac.za
Departmental Manager: Nondwe De Caires at nondwe.decaires@uct.ac.za
Postgraduate Office: yasmina.charles@uct.ac.za and paula.bassingthwaighte@uct.ac.za
Undergraduate Office: Samantha.vanderross@uct.ac.za; Alison.arendse@uct.ac.za; lorenzo.plat@uct.ac.za
Postal Address:
School of Economics
Faculty of Commerce
University of Cape Town
Private Bag
Rondebosch
7701
If you require information regarding admissions and requests for application forms‚ please use the main UCT website at www.uct.ac.za and follow the links for applying for studying at the University.