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Development Economics - ECO00031I
- Department: Economics and Related Studies
- Credit value: 20 credits
- Credit level: I
- Academic year of delivery: 2023-24
- See module specification for other years: 2024-25
Module summary
This module provides an overview of the causes and consequences of economic development.
Related modules
Pre-requisite modules
Co-requisite modules
- None
Prohibited combinations
- None
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Semester 2 2023-24 |
Module aims
The aim of the module is to introduce the students to theoretical and quantitative toolkits that help understand factors that are important in explaining differences in economic development across regions and time.
Module learning outcomes
Having completed the module, students will be able to identify and discuss theories of economic development. Furthermore, they will be able to critically assess a variety of empirical techniques commonly used to identify key determinants of economic development.
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
Opportunities for formative assessment
Students will prepare sample questions for the seminars during which oral feedback will be provided.
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Closed/in-person Exam (Centrally scheduled) | 100 |
Module feedback
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Feedback on sample questions will be provided during seminars.
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Assessment feedback will be provided in line with University guidelines
Indicative reading
Todaro, M P. & Smith, S C. (2020). Economic Development. 10th ed, Essex: Pearson