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Programme code | 9ECON005T |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Taught Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Fabiana Gomez
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Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
School/department | School of Economics, Finance and Management |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 1 years (full time) |
The Department of Economics aims to provide excellence in teaching and learning within a stimulating research environment.
The programme aims to provide students with the body of knowledge and skills that are expected of a professional economist, either one who is going on to do independent research for a PhD or one who is going to work as an economist.
Graduates should be in a position to read and assess the current literature in any main field in economics and form independent, informed judgements about it.
Students should be able to plan and embark on a programme of independent research (under appropriate supervision) and to make an informed choice of the appropriate theoretical models and econometric models for empirical work.
The programme will provide students with a sound basis for their future career not only in economics, but also in a wide range of fields including: finance, business management, public service or teaching.
Students will also develop a range of transferable skills that will be of value in employment.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Acquisition of knowledge and understanding through lectures and linked tutorials/workshops. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Formative assessment takes place throughout the year, as students are required to complete two pieces of work in each unit. Work is marked and handed back to the student with comments. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Intellectual skills are developed through the lecture programme and linked seminars, independent study and coursework. Students are exposed to relevant modes of enquiry and analyses; they are encouraged through class discussion and their individual written work to identify key issues, to summarise and reflect upon key points from their reading, to assess evidence and its relevance. Research skills are further developed through teaching of quantitative methods. |
Methods of Assessment | |
A variety of written assignments/essays provide formative assessment throughout the course. |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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Oral communication is developed by requiring students to engage in class discussions, in tutorials/workshops, and to work individually or in groups. Effective use of information sources, analytical ability, independent and group work are all developed through coursework tasks and study skills. |
Methods of Assessment | |
Communication and presentation skills are assessed through written coursework and essays (formative and summative), which it is expected that students will word process. Recall and the organisation of relevant material is tested through traditional unseen written examinations. Independent study is assessed through coursework, assessed essays and preparation for examinations The dissertation will assess research skills and the ability to manage time. |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Diploma |
An understanding of the foundations of Economic research. A grasp of self-knowledge, insight and reflective practice. Ability to work flexibly and adapt skills across a range of areas. Secure grasp of research in practice and an ability to critically evaluate that research. Competence and authority in working with a diverse range of economic ideas and with literature and primary sources. Students will continue to learn presentation of ideas with fluency and authority in both written and oral forms. Team work and group work will be developed. |
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Level M/7 - Postgraduate Masters |
Good evidence of self-knowledge, insight and reflexive practice. Ability to work flexibly and adapt skills across a range of areas. Secure grasp of research in practice and an ability to critically evaluate that research. Competence and authority in working with a diverse range of economic and statistical/mathematical models. Ability to present oneself and ones ideas with fluency and authority in both written and oral forms. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
The MSc programmes are closely linked. Each provides a rigorous training to a level appropriate for someone starting to do research for a PhD or starting a job in a relevant area. The MSc programme lasts 12 months, from October to September. It consists of taught units examined in May/June, followed by a dissertation, which has to be completed by the end of September.
The Department welcomes applications from mature candidates and from candidates from non-traditional backgrounds. The Department also welcomes a growing number of international students from Europe, Asia and the USA who add a stimulating international dimension to the life of the Department.
Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Microeconomics | ECONM1010 | 15 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Asset Pricing | ECONM2035 | 15 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Macroeconomics | ECONM1011 | 15 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Econometrics | ECONM1022 | 15 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Dissertation | EFIMM0014 | 60 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
Three units from the following: | ||||
Quantitative Finance | ECONM2029 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Derivatives | ECONM3017 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Investment Management | ECONM2030 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Advanced Corporate Finance | ECONM2032 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Banking | EFIMM0006 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Credit Risk | EFIMM0009 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Behavioural Finance | EFIMM0016 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Plus one unit from the following: | ||||
Labour Economics | EFIMM0041 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Economics of Education | EFIMM0042 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Health Economics | EFIMM0038 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Further Macroeconomics | EFIMM0039 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Programme Evaluation | ECONM0002 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Development Economics | ECONM0003 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Further Econometrics | EFIMM0040 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
Policy Experiments | EFIMM0037 | 15 | Optional | TB-2 |
MSc Economics and Finance | 180 |
The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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