ECHI1006 Australian Economy
First Year Course
| Offered By | School of Economics |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Economic History |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2011 and First Semester, 2012 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
The course aims to explain and assess the functioning of the Australian economy using economics in a historical context. It is intended for students who are seeking a broad understanding of how the economy works. The approach adopted will emphasise that the present Australian economy needs to be seen in the context of the historical pattern of development and change. While the course deals primarily with economic factors, important social and political circumstances will also be taken into account. |
| Learning Outcomes |
On completion of this course students should have an understanding of the concepts and be able to apply the techniques outlined in the course description. |
| Indicative Assessment |
By examination, essay and tutorial participation. |
| Workload |
Two one hour lectures and one tutorial per week plus private study time. |
| Areas of Interest | Economic History |
| Requisite Statement |
None. |
| Incompatibility |
Incompatible with ECHI 1001/1003/1004 Australian Economy |
| Prescribed Texts |
See Course Website: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=ECHI1006 |
| Preliminary Reading |
See Course Website: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=ECHI1006
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| Indicative Reading List |
See Course Website: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=ECHI1006 |
| Majors/Specialisations | Population Studies and Environmental Studies |
| Programs | Graduate Certificate in Economic Policy and Graduate Certificate in Economic Policy |
| Other Information |
For further information please refer to http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=ECHI1006 |
| Academic Contact | See: http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=ECHI1006 |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2011 website applies to the 2011 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2010 website.
