Economics by Coursework

Features

• The Economics by Coursework programme at University of Cape Town comprises a thesis, with advanced courses as a pre-requisite to registering for the thesis.
• A candidate will ordinarily complete the coursework in the first two years before proceeding to the thesis.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

• Quantitative Methods for Economists
• Advanced Macroeconomics
• Advanced Microeconomics
• Advanced Econometrics
• Microeconomics

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 88

Other requirements

General requirements

• Candidates who possess a minimum of a second class (lower division) master’s degree in Economics by coursework are eligible to apply.
• Candidates with a Master of Economic Science degree are eligible to apply.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International

Non-residents: 10,682 AUD / year ≈ 124,840 ZAR / year

Domestic

Citizens or residents: 10,682 AUD / year ≈ 124,840 ZAR / year

Living costs

Cape Town, South Africa: 778-1,329 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.