Bachelor of Science in Economics
About this programme
Economics is a social science that studies the production, distribution, and consumption of resources, goods, and services. It is an interdisciplinary field that draws from other disciplines to offer a logical framework for analyzing economic problems and trends. Economics is conventionally classified into microeconomics and macroeconomics, but also has other focal areas such as econometrics, developmental economics, behavioral economics, political economics, market design, bioeconomics, and health and education economics. Economics is applicable to a wide range of sectors, including education, business, health, finance, and local and national government.
Entry requirements
Senior Secondary School Certificate: Passes in core English, core Mathematics, core Science and three elective subjects, with an aggregate score of 24 or better in the West African Examination Council (WAEC) or with an aggregate score of 36 or better in the West African Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). All passes must be at grade D (SSSCE) or grade C6 (WASSCE) or better. General Certificate of Education: An applicant must have at least credit-level passes in 5 subjects (including English Language and Mathematics) at the GCE Ordinary Level and at least 2 passes at the GCE Advanced Level. One of the advanced level passes must be grade ‘D’ or better. A pass in General Paper must also be obtained. Professional Qualifications: Diploma in Business Studies (DBS) with at least 3 Credits and 2 passes awarded by the Technical Examination Unit of GES. Other qualifications such as Private Secretary, and Bilingual Secretaryship are eligible. Mature Student’s Entry Requirement: Applicants without formal academic qualifications may be considered for admission if they are above 25 years old and have demonstrable relevant professional experience. Applicants will also be required to pass an entrance examination and / or an interview.
Career prospects
Studying Economics opens up many diverse career opportunities in both the private and public sectors. These include: Financial ,investment and insurance sector; Industrial sector; Agricultural sector; Government sector; Research organisations; Educational sectors; Consultancy firms; Media and publishing firms; International organizations (World bank. IMF, EU, AU. ECOWAS) and Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs).