Course - Development Economics - SØK2007
SØK2007 - Development Economics
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
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| Written examination | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course provides an introduction to the causes of economic underdevelopment and the conditions for economic development. The main features of economic underdevelopment are illustrated with empirical material. The course provides an overview of various theories of economic growth, and further considers topics like income distribution, measurement of poverty, interaction between traditional and modern sector, international trade and development aid.
Learning outcome
The students should have knowledge of key issues related to economic development in poor countries, and be able to use models to analyse development issues and to assess how economic policy can affect economic development.
Learning methods and activities
2 hours of lectures and 2 hours of practical assignment every second week.
Compulsory activity: 1 approved term paper that can be written as a joint project by up to four students.
Compulsory assignments
- One approved term paper.
Recommended previous knowledge
SØK1000, SØK1001 and SØK1002.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SØK1102 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2013
Language of instruction: English
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- Social Science
- Social Sciences
- Economics
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Economics
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Written examination 100/100 2012-12-03 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2013-05-28 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"