Høst 2017

SOK-3050 Advanced topics in economics - 10 stp

The course is administrated by

Handelshøgskolen ved UiT

Type of course

This course can not be taken as a singular course.

Course contents

The course is an in-depth study and integration course for students at Masters level in Economics. The course is a preparation for thesis writing. For that reason, the course will give practical advices in terms of writing a thesis as well as facilitate the students to present their own thesis proposals. The intention is that the thesis proposals will be used as a basis for the Master thesis which will be written the following semester.

Objective of the course

Students who have successfully completed the course have achieved the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

The candidate has advanced knowledge about theoretical concepts and ideas relevant in the field of economics
The candidate has specialized insight in a limited area that is relevant for later work on a master thesis
The candidate has thorough knowledge in philosophy of science and use of methods in the field of economics
The candidate can develop and present problem formulations based in economic theory, tradition and history

Skills

The candidate can analyze and apply different information sources to formulate and structure economic reasoning
The candidate can use relevant methods to analyze different problem formulations in the field of economics
The candidate can analyze existing theories, methods, and interpretations within the field of economics and is able to work independent with practical and theoretical problem solving
The candidate can develop an independent and limited research project

General competence

The candidate can analyze relevant research ethical problems within the field of economics
The candidate can apply its knowledge and skills in new areas to complete the later work on a master thesis
The candidate can communicate a problem for a later master thesis within the field of economics to both specialists and the public.

Language of instruction

English

Teaching methods

The course has multiple teaching approaches. The students need to be present at campus, and participate in lectures and possibly group-work.

Assessment

Exam:

Termpaper (100 %).

A graded scale of five marks from A to E for pass and F for fail.

Work Requirement:

Presentation of the thesis proposal

There will be no re-sit exam arranged for this course.

Place of exam: Tromsø

Date for examination

Term paper hand in date 15.12.2017

The date for the exam can be changed. The final date will be announced at your faculty early in May and early in November.