Unit name | Microeconomics |
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Unit code | ECONM1010 |
Credit points | 15 |
Level of study | M/7 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
Unit director | Dr. Julia Wirtz |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Economics |
Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
This unit aims to provide a thorough understanding of the basic concepts in microeconomics with more emphasis on the technical aspects relative to microeconomics taught at the undergraduate level. The course begins with an analysis of consumer theory, moving on to choice in uncertain and strategic situations. The course addresses individual and market responses to asymmetric information and institutions which arise as a result.
The Unit aims are: to introduce the central ideas, concepts and tools of microeconomics; to develop analytical rigour; and to prepare students for independent economic thinking about policy issues.
On successful completion of the course:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions such as online teaching for large and small group, face-to-face small group classes (where possible) and interactive learning activities
100% timed open book assessment