BSc Economics with Information Technology

Overview

The BSc. Economics with Information Technology is a single-major programme in which Economics serves as the major field and Information Technology as the minor component. The programme is relevant in providing theoretical and digital skills to graduates in the social and applied sciences. This is certainly important in a modern digital world where information technology is a key driver in socio-economic interactions. In a developing economy such as Ghana, this is critical for rapid economic growth and development

There is a growing need in a modern digitalised world for specialists in data science, programming and the creation of algorithms for applications in business and economic policymaking. Students reading a combined major in Economics and Information Technology will have strong digital and analytical skills to undertake advanced data analysis and economic modelling.

Provide students with a solid foundation in economic theory, quantitative methods, and their practical applications.

Accreditation: GTEC institutional accreditation. Professional body recognition where applicable to the school.

How you’ll study

Pathway. Core study, applied work and assessment as set by the school for this award.

Outcomes. Graduates work across economics, business technology and data roles.

Entry requirements

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Requirement

Standard entry

WASSCE/SSSCE: credit passes in six subjects — three core (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus three relevant electives — with an aggregate of 24 or better (WASSCE grades A1–C6 / SSSCE A–D). GCE: credit passes in five O-Level subjects (including English and Mathematics) and passes in two–three A-Level subjects. Mature applicants (25+): entrance examination and/or interview.

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Careers

Graduates work across economics, business technology and data roles.