| Unit name | Applied Quantitative Research Methods |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EFIM20010 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Samkharadze |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
EFIM10008 Mathematical and Statistical Methods |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one |
None |
| School/department | School of Economics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
This unit aims to provide students with a functional understanding of econometrics, and the ability to interpret econometric models. The focus will be on the intuition and interpretation of the models. We will cover topics such as Ordinary Least Squares, instrumental variables, and time series. Students should be able to interpret output from these models as well as show knowledge of appropriate models to apply when presented with data. Students will be expected to develop a small mathematical understanding of the concepts underlying Ordinary Least Squares.
Students will be able to:
1. Show a functional ability to interpret econometric output from a variety of econometric models.
2. Recognise suitable econometric methods to address empirical questions.
3. Use computers to model empirical questions.
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of large and small group classes, supported by online resources
Tasks which count towards your unit mark (summative):
Empirical project (1,500 words) (50%)
Exam (1.5 hours) (50%)
Assess all learning outcomes.
When assessment does not go to plan:
Exam (1.5 hours)
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. EFIM20010).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the University Workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. For appropriate assessments, if you have self-certificated your absence, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (for assessments at the end of TB1 and TB2 this is usually in the next re-assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any exceptional circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
