ECC2510 - Economic growth: causes and consequences - 2018

The unit surveys the source of economic development during the nineteenth and twentieth century with an emphasis on fluctuations in growth rates. Topics include analysis of climate, geography, institutions, human capital and technology on long-run growth. These topics are intended to enhance students' understanding of why some countries are rich whilst others are poor.

The learning goals associated with this unit are to:

1. understand the general outline of economic development
2. critically examine the major explanations of the dynamics of growth and change in the economy over the last two centuries
3. develop analytical, written and oral skills by writing long essays
4. acquire an historical understanding of current economic circumstances.

Within semester assessment: 40% + Examination: 60%

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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