Modules
Modules
ECO1090 : Introductory Economics (Study Abroad S2)
- Offered for Year: 2018/19
- Module Leader(s): Dr David Barlow
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
Aims
To introduce basic concepts in economics to students not progressing to study degree in economics.
Outline Of Syllabus
Introduction.
Aggregate demand and supply; Money and interest rates; inflation and unemployment;
Open economy; Business Cycles
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 32:00 | 32:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 14 | 1:00 | 14:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 25:00 | 25:00 | N/A |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Small group teaching | 4 | 1:00 | 4:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 25:00 | 25:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 |
Jointly Taught With
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ECO1017 | Introductory Economics |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Lectures provide overview. Small group classes support learning through exercises and opportunity for discussion.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essay | 2 | A | 100 | 2000 words |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Test depth of understanding.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- ECO1090's Timetable