The objective of this programme is to educate persons with an interest in Economics to pursue careers in assisting economic research and economic report writing in public and private sector institutions; the latter including, amongst others, economic journalism.

The purpose of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is to “cap” an undergraduate degree. The PGCE is a one-year professional teaching qualification. The PGCE: SP & FET aims to develop graduates as competent, professional teachers, committed to the enhancement of education in diverse high schools in South Africa and beyond. PGCE: SP & FET graduates will be equipped to teach: One subject at FET level (grade 10 to 12) and one subject at Senior Phase level (grade 7 to 9). Successful completion of the PGCE will allow candidate’s admission to the BEd Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Education qualifications (NQF level 8).

This programme opens up a wide variety of career options in the business world and includes fields such as entrepreneurship, business environments, marketing and strategic management.