Population Studies graduates are in demand in southern Africa..
Demographers study trends within populations, such as composition, distribution and changes.
Demographers can find permanent positions with organisations such as the Office of National Statistics, or more temporary work on projects for councils, and even non-governmental organisations working on overseas projects..
Since 1994, the working age population expanded by 11 million and comprises 65% of South Africa’s population of 54
9 million in 2015The working age population will grow by another 9 million in the next 50-years
When it comes to employment within the government, Statistics jobs in South Africa includes the gathering of valuable data on issues (such as crime and employment) which, in turn, can be used as guides for setting up new policies for example
Government agencies often hire demographers to work in their research departments
Private businesses and market research companies also utilize demography in preparing for advertising, product development, and other endeavors
Demographers may also work for news agencies, mapmakers, electric companies, and nonprofit organizations
