EC9B8: Topics in Advanced Economic Theory I

Introduction

EC9B8-12 Topics in Advanced Economic Theory

Principal Aims

The module aims to develop the skills and knowledge of advanced economic theory necessary for a career as an academic economist and in all areas where advanced research skills in economics are required. Specifically, it aims to teach the students to understand, appreciate, and ultimately contribute to, frontier research. It is intended to be comparable to modules taught in the best research universities in the USA and elsewhere in Europe.

Principal Learning Outcomes

Have a strategic overview and a detailed understanding of complex issues in advanced economic theory. The teaching and learning methods that enable students to achieve this learning outcome are: Seminars and background reading. The summative assessment methods that measure the achievement of this learning outcome are: 2 x assessments (referee reports).

Develop a critical knowledge of recent research in some key areas of advanced economic theory. The teaching and learning methods that enable students to achieve this learning outcome are: Seminars and background reading. The summative assessment methods that measure the achievement of this learning outcome are: 2 x assessments (referee reports).

Autonomously pursue their own original research agenda in the forefront of the field. The teaching and learning methods that enable students to achieve this learning outcome are: Seminars and background reading. The summative assessment methods that measure the achievement of this learning outcome are: 2 x assessments (referee reports).

Syllabus

Context

Optional Module

L1PL - Year 2

Pre or Co-requisites

Satisfactory completion of MRes year 1

Assessment

Assessment Method

Coursework (100%)

Coursework Details

Assessment 1 (50%) , Assessment 2 (50%)

Exam Timing

N/A

Reading Lists