Economic Research Methodology
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| ECON4029 | Economics | 4 | 15 | Summer UK |
- Code
- ECON4029
- School
- Economics
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 15
- Semesters
- Summer UK
Summary
A review of perspectives on the principles and philosophical foundations of economic enquiry. The construction and evaluation of theories and research programmes. The role of models and concepts of rationality in economics. Alternative empirical methods. Professional practice.
Target Students
Available for PGT students in the School of Economics.
Classes
This module is delivered through a series of lectures.
Assessment
- 100% Presentation: Presentation - 13 minutes.
Assessed by end of designated period
Educational Aims
To introduce alternative perspectives on the nature, construction and appraisal of economic theories and research programmes. To introduce alternative research methods and to provide a grounding for the student dissertations.Learning Outcomes
A Knowledge and Understanding. Students should demonstrate
A6 An understanding of the history and development of economic ideas
C Professional and practical skills. Students should be able to
C1 Understand principles of research design and strategy
C4 Use different approaches to analysing a given research question
D Transferable (key) skills. Students should be able to
D1 Communicate effectively and clearly in written and/or oral formats
D3 Undertake independent study of an economic subject