Nelson Mandela University

BCom (General Accounting) Extended Curriculum* *(also offered in Gqeberha).

Programme Overview:

The extended curriculum programme for BCom studies provides alternative university access to students who have the potential to succeed, but do not meet the minimum admission requirements for the mainstream programme. The purpose of the programme is to integrate additional academic support and skills development with mainstream courses to prepare the student for successful completion of the BCom degree. Please note: General Accounting & Related Subjects (students can articulate to Accounting (CA) after completing the two-year extended qualification and obtaining the required result in their second semester module of Accounting 1).

Faculty:

Faculty of Business & Economic Sciences

Delivery mode & duration of study:

Full-time 4 years

Qualification type:

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)

Department:

Admission Requirements

Applicant score for Mathematics:

370

Applicant score for Technical Mathematics:

Applicant score for Mathematical Literacy:

Subjects requirements:

• Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met. • Mathematics – 45%.

Career opportunities:

The same as for the three-year BCom degree in a chosen field.

Before You Apply

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