- Department: Environment and Geography
- Module co-ordinator: Dr. Julia Touza-Montero
- Credit value: 10 credits
- Credit level: I
- Academic year of delivery: 2022-23
- See module specification for other years: 2021-22
This course links both the theory and practice of economics with that of natural ecosystems. The programme aims to give students the opportunity to learn about the role that economics can play in the design and implementation of sustainable policies for ecosystem management.
On completion of this course, students will gain an understanding of the multi-dimensional nature of the environmental problems an appreciation of the interaction between ecology and economics; the means to develop expertise in the design and implementation of sustainable environmental policies.
Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Autumn Term 2022-23 |
The aim of this module is to provide an understanding on the application of economic analysis to key topics in environmental sustainability and economic development, and to equip students with the knowledge and tools required to analyse and critically discuss the trade-offs between economic growth, social equity, and environmental sustainability. The module evaluates the relationship between macroeconomics policies, poverty and environment; the theory and measurements of sustainability beyond GDP; population-poverty-environment nexus; the effects of international trade and economic globalisation on the environment and development; the role of international environmental agreements; and green economy and climate change policies. Overall, this module will provide students interested in environmental economics and/or development economics a comprehensive introduction to these fields.
After completing the module, you should be able to:
Present economic concepts and arguments that are relevant for development and poverty issues
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework 2000 word essay |
N/A | 100 |
None
Task | Length | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework 2000 word essay |
N/A | 100 |
Four weeks turn-around time on write-up. Feedback is via a written feedback sheet showing comments by markers.
There is no core textbook for the module. For the lectures dedicated articles and book chapters are to be read, which are indicated on lecture slides and the EARL within the VLE. An overview of most topics can be found in the reading list below.