Master in Environmental and Energy Economics

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, known as Wits, is a prominent research-intensive university founded in 1922 and located in one of Africa’s most vibrant cities. With a student body exceeding 42,000 and a diverse international community, Wits offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across humanities, sciences, engineering, health sciences, and business. Its urban campus provides access to cultural institutions, industry partners, and public sector organizations for experiential learning.

Wits is recognized for rigorous research and strong professional programs, offering 322 distinct programs that combine theoretical depth with practical training. The university’s academic environment supports innovation through research centers, clinical training partnerships, and industry collaborations that help students build professional networks. International students benefit from dedicated support services, orientation programs, and resources to assist with visas, accommodations, and academic advising, helping them integrate into campus life and pursue career ambitions.

Campus life at Wits is dynamic, with active student societies, sporting opportunities, and cultural events that reflect Johannesburg’s diversity. Graduates join a broad alumni network and often find career pathways in South Africa and abroad. Prospective students should explore program-specific entry requirements, funding and scholarship options, and early engagement with faculty to tailor their study plans to research interests or professional objectives.

The Master in Environmental and Energy Economics is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time program at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. This Master's degree in Economics helps students understand energy supply, demand, and environmental consequences.

The curriculum includes courses like Energy Economics, Environmental Economics and Policy, and Discrete Choice Modelling. Students also develop research skills through a research report and learn microeconomics and applied econometrics. They can choose an elective like Development or Climate Change Economics.

Graduates can pursue careers as Energy Economists, Environmental Policy Analysts, Sustainability Consultants, or Climate Change Specialists. They can work in industries like energy, government, or consulting, for employers such as the World Bank, the International Energy Agency, or the South African Department of Environmental Affairs.