| Unit name | Globalisation and Development |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ECON10053 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | C/4 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. De Magalhaes |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Grade A or Level 7 in GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent) |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School of Economics |
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
This course provides an overview of the economics of Globalisation and Development. The first part of the course will take a historical perspective and focus on globalisation and development up to the Industrial Revolution. We will discuss the main driving forces: geography, culture, and institutions. The second part of the course first introduces several models of development and underdevelopment, with an emphasis on capital accumulation, rural-urban migration and the possibility of poverty traps. Next, it moves on to explore the influence that international trade, financial globalisation and international migration have on modern development. Finally, the course turns to examining in more detail the agricultural and industrial sectors and what governments can do to facilitate their transformation as well as the development of the whole economy.
Whilst these questions are difficult the course does not assume any previous knowledge of economics. Some basic (GCSE level) mathematics is used through the course.
To develop a coherent understanding of the economic causes and consequences of globalisation and development. To evaluate the different theories that explain development. To be able to apply simple economic analysis to some of the problems facing present-day less developed countries. To be able to critically evaluate developmental policy undertaken by domestic governments and international organisations.
Students will develop an understanding of several basic economic models and concepts, and the ability to critically compare them:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions such as online teaching for large and small group, face-to-face small group classes (where possible) and interactive learning activities
MCQs (20%) Final essay (80%)
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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.
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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. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
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