Course - Economic History - HIST2008
HIST2008 - Economic History
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
Term:
Autumn
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skriftlig eksamen | 100/100 | 4 hours | E |
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Home examination
Grade: Passed/Failed
Term:
Spring
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home exam | 100/100 | 4 hours |
Course content
The course provides students with an in-depth exploration of selected topics of global economic history after the Napoleonic wars (1814/1815) and locates them in the larger cultural and societal context of the period under examination. Although course topics may vary with regard to periods, regions and countries, they should always be assessed from various perspectives. Crucial keywords for topics which may be offered are:
-Globalisation and de-globalisation: For example, the growth of international trade
-The international economic system, including the development from the gold standard during the 19th century to todays liberal economic order.
The specific course topics may change annually and will usually reflect that years lecturer’s research interests. Find information on topics of the academic year here:
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: The candidate
has comprehensive knowledge about Global economic history after the Napoleonic period;
in-depth understanding of the different theoretical and/or methodical perspectives and approaches in the field modern economic history;
Skills: candidates should be able
to analyse and discuss central developments covered in the course
to reflect orally and in writing about central problems and debates
to apply empirical knowledge and theoretical approaches for analyse issues independently.
Learning methods and activities
The course will be assessed by way of a semester paper and a final examination (the former must be passed to sit the latter).
Compulsory assignments
- Assignment
Further on evaluation
There is a 4-hour exam at the end of the semester.
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic courses in history, political science or social economics.
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
See curriculum published at the start of the semester, and other materials (reading and lecture lists and other relevant information) published on Blackboard.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| HIST2405 | 7.5 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2019
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- History
- Social Sciences
- Economics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Modern History and Society
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Skriftlig eksamen 100/100 E 2019-12-14 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates D8, bygg 3 Dragvoll 1(bygg 1-6) 21 D107, bygg 3 Dragvoll 1(bygg 1-6) 12 D7, bygg 2 Dragvoll 1(bygg 1-6) 1
Examination arrangement: Home examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Spring
ORD
Home exam
100/100
Release
2020-05-22Submission
2020-05-22
09:00
INSPERA
13:00 -
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"