History of Economic Thought (ECON0008)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences
Teaching department: Economics
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: Suitable for: First year students in Economics and related subjects may take this module. Prerequisites: No previous knowledge of economics is necessary.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module relates the study of economic ideas of the past to current debates and discussions on the economic issues of the present.

The module aims to demonstrate that reassessing the ideas of the past provides a valuable opportunity to assess economic issues which have in many cases become unfamiliar within economic theory as it has existed in recent times.

The module thus aims to show how the history of economic thought is a fundamental aspect of the formulation of economic ideas which can adequately address the issues of the present.

The module acquaints students with selections from some classic texts of economic thought which they will be able to cite throughout their student career and beyond.

The module has strong career relevance, since it provides students with the ability to engage in informed discussion with non-specialists, as well as specialists, on issues currently reviving widespread attention in the media and public debate generally.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Undergraduate (FHEQ Level 4)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 120
Module leader: Dr Hugh Goodacre
Who to contact for more information: michelle.wu@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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