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Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Economic Sciences with Agricultural Economics and Risk Management

Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS26Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

NWU 2027 Grade 12 Prospectus, page(s) 21. Published requirements: • Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) • Afrikaans level 4 (50-59%) • DURATION: 3 years

Course content

What you may study

Biological and environmental sciences; production systems; resource management; soil, plant or animal studies; data collection; fieldwork; and practical projects. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

MathematicsLevel 4 · 50%Mathematics level 4 (50-59%)
AfrikaansLevel 4 · 50%Afrikaans level 4 (50-59%)
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Advanced or postgraduate study in agriculture, environmental management, conservation, biological sciences or a related specialisation, subject to admission requirements.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Agricultural adviser; production manager; conservation officer; environmental technician; farm manager; field researcher; or natural-resource practitioner.

Study locations

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