University of RhodesUniversity of Rhodes

The Bachelor of Economics (Mineral Economics) is intended for students who wish to become economists with a geological background. The curriculum is designed to apply economic principles to the exploitation of mineral resources, and combines courses from the Faculties of Science and Commerce.

Type: undergradauate degree

Duration: 3 years full time

Compulsory Subjects

First Year Subjects:
  • Accounting
  • Chemistry
  • Economics
  • Geology
  • Management
Second Year Subjects:
  • Economics
  • Geology
  • Management
  • Theory of Finance and Statistics
  • Professional Communication
Third Year Subjects:
  • Economics
  • Geology

Careers: mineral economist, mining expert.

Source: www.ru.ac.za​