Bachelor of Arts in Economics

Career Prospects

Depending on the unique needs of the organization, Graduates of BA Economics can work in public, private or non-governmental organisations in various positions;

• Loan Officer
• Financial Analyst
• Credit Manager
• Financial Officer
• Insurance Underwriter
• Claims Adjuster
• Actuary
• Financial Planner
• Risk Manager
• Management Trainee
• Economic Policy Researchers
• Asset Manager
• Appraiser
• Economics Consultant
• Economic Loss Specialist
• Statistical Analyst
• Trade Specialist
• Trust Officer

Programme Objectives

The objectives of the BA in Economics Degree program are to produce a unique breed of economists for Uganda and the region as a whole.  Students graduating with a BA in Economics will be able to use economic theory and methods to explain social phenomenon, analyze social problems, and evaluate public policy solutions at the Bachelor’s degree level.

Students graduating with a BA in Economics will:

• Demonstrate a basic understanding of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and econometrics.
•  In addition, they will be able to apply economic theory and methods at a general level to specific economic topics (e.g.  labor markets, money and banking, public sector, international trade or finance).
• Have an understanding of institutional structures and processes supporting global economy.
• Be able to analyze the economic aspects that affect communities.
• Be able to critically analyze and solve the problems of the economic world. Students learn how to apply their skills to many different economic issues, both locally and internationally.

Admission Requirements

Students will be admitted to the BA in Economics degree program through three avenues: Direct Entry, Mature Entry , Diploma Entry and Higher Education Certificate Entry.

Direct Entry Scheme

Candidates seeking admission through the direct entry shall require the following:

• At least two principal passes at same sitting in Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) of which one must be in Economics or Entrepreneurship.

Diploma Holders Scheme

• Applicants should possess at least a lower division in Science, Business Administration, IT, Statistics, Economics, entrepreneurship, Library Studies, or related field from a recognized institution.
• At least a principal pass in economics or entrepreneurship and two subsidiary passes at the same sitting in UACE.

Mature Age Scheme

For admission under mature age, a candidate must have passed the university mature age entry examinations as per the NCHE guidelines. To sit for university mature age, the candidate must have age of at least 25 years and must have a Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or its equivalent.

Higher Education Certificate (HEC)

At least second lower in HEC in a related discipline from a recognized institution.

Program Duration

The program will extend over a period of three academic years. An academic year shall consist of two semesters and one recess term. A semester shall consist of 15 weeks of lectures. A recess term shall consist of 10 weeks.

Program Options

Minimum Graduation Load = 120 Credit Units

Fees per semester

Local Students (East African Community)

International Students

International students pay international student tuition fees which is rated in dollars and this specifically covers only the cost of teaching and many student support services. This tuition below is per academic session and includes both the tuition and functional fees.

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