Overview

The unit surveys the causes and consequences of economic development over the last centuries. Topics include analysis of climate, geography, institutions, human capital and technology on long-run growth. These topics are intended to enhance your understanding of why some countries are rich whilst others are poor.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Requisites

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Kris Ivanovski

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

understand the general outline of economic development

2.

critically examine the major explanations of the dynamics of growth and change in the economy over the last centuries

3.

critically evaluate and effectively communicate current debates on causes and consequences of economic growth

4.

acquire a historical understanding of current economic circumstances.

Teaching approach

Active learning

Assessment

Examination
Within semester assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload