Course - Economic History - HIST2405
HIST2405 - Economic History
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course is a survey of international and Norwegian economic history after the end of the Napoleonic wars. Why and how has economic globalisation taken place? Why was the economy de-globalised in the interwar era? The course analyses the development from the 19th Century gold standard regime to the present day economic liberalism. Norway's economic history is analysed in an international context.
Learning outcome
A candidate who passes this course is expected to have the following learning outcome according to the course curriculum, defined as knowledge and skills:
Knowledge:
Candidate
- will acquire knowledge about the international and Norwegian economic development after the 1820s
- acquires an understanding of the most important developments of economic
Skills:
Candidate
- is able to explain crucial changes in economic development
- should be able to write an extended independent, well-structured analytical essay/paper, about a topic related to the content of the lecture
- has acquired knowledge which constitutes the basis for deeper insights in the periods discussed.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures. On assignment must be approved before the student can take the exam. There is an 4 hour exam at the end of the semester.
Compulsory assignments
- One approved assignment
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic courses in history, social science or economy.
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
See reading list
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIST2008 | 7.5 | ||
| HIST2410 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2014
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
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- History
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Historical Studies
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Written examination 100/100 2014-12-08 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2015-06-02 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"