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ECHI8011 Classic Works of Economic Theory

Offered By Research School of Economics General
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Economic History
Offered in Second Semester, 2012
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course introduces the student to the analysis and appraisal of certain classic texts in the history of economics. These texts will be drawn from pre-classical, Classical, Neoclassical and modern eras in economics, giving students a familiarity with both different periods, and different approaches to fundamental problems.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the requirements for this course, students will be able to:
• Understand key models and concepts of the history of economic thought
• Understand scholarly articles concerned  the history of economic thought
• Produce appreciations of the history of economic thought texts
• Have a historical consciousness of economic ideas

Indicative Assessment
  • Examination - 90 marks
  • Essay - 40 marks
  • Tutorials - 10 marks
  • Seminar - 10 marks
  • Total - 150 marks
Workload

6 hours per week

Course Classification(s) AdvancedAdvanced courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide a deep understanding of contemporary issues; or 'second degree' and higher levels of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs.
Areas of Interest Economic History and Economics
Eligibility

At least an average of 70% (or equivalent) in the final two years of an Australian undergraduate degree with introductory level courses in Statistics and Econometrics, and intermediate courses micro- and macro-economics.

Programs Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics, Graduate Diploma in Applied Economics, Graduate Diploma in Economic Policy, Graduate Diploma in Economic Policy, Graduate Diploma in Economics, Graduate Diploma in Economics, Master of Applied Economics, Master of Applied Economics, Master of Economic Policy, Master of Economic Policy, Master of Economics, and Master of Economics
Other Information

Please refer to Course Website

Academic Contact See http://ecocomm.anu.edu.au/courses/course.asp?code=ECHI8011

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