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University of the Witwatersrand

Bachelor of Commerce in Applied Development Economics

The Bachelor of Commerce in Applied Development Economics in Economics is offered by University of the Witwatersrand.

Program Length: 1 YEAR.

Bachelor of Commerce in Applied Development Economics

The Honours in Applied Development Economics (ADE) offers students an opportunity to apply economic and political economy analysis to solving real-world problems.

The Honours in Applied Development Economics (ADE) offers students the opportunity to apply economic and political economy analysis to solving real-world problems. The programme is unique in that it approaches economics from a pluralist point of view. In this context, pluralism comprises three dimensions: theoretical pluralism; methodological pluralism; and dialogue between economics and other social sciences.

The Honours degree in Applied Development Economics prepares students for a career in research and policy-making in the NGO, private and public sectors in the broad field of development. Students who successfully complete this degree can also go on to enrol for the Masters degree in Applied Development Economics. 

The programme is structured on the basis that it can be taken over a one-year full-time or a two-year part-time duration.

Structure of programme:

The Honours programme comprises a research paper (of 10 000 words maximum) together with the five compulsory courses as well as two electives as indicated below:

Compulsory courses:

Microeconomics for Development

Macroeconomics for Development

Research Methods for Development

And

An econometrics course, either

Advanced econometrics (as offered in Economics Honours) – available to students who have completed Econometrics at 3rdyear level

Applied Econometrics for Development

And

A development course, either

Development Theory and Policy

Development Economics – only available to students who have completed Advanced Econometrics in Semester 1

As well as a

Research Paper

Electives:

Students should choose two electives from the ones offered in Economics, or in another school. They should consult with the Programme director when choosing their electives.

Due Date for the Research Paper:

The completed research paper must be submitted in October in the year in which the candidate undertakes the research.