Economics - MRES leading to PhD

Core Modules:

• MRes Dissertation
• Advanced Microeconomic Theory
• Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis
• Advanced Econometric Theory
• The Practice of Economics Research

Optional Modules:

This programme has optional modules to choose from to allow you to achieve the required credits to successfully complete the award. At a research led institution, optional module lists are subject to change each year to keep the student learning experience current and up-to-date. For the optional modules available in this department please visit the department website.

Teaching:

You will be taught by leading academics in the major fields of Economics. Teaching consists of lectures and seminars. You will have 9 hours of lectures per week in year one and 4-5 hours of seminars. In year two, teaching is mainly on a seminar basis (6 hours per week) and you will be heavily involved in developing your own research ideas for your dissertation.

Assessment:

Assessment is a mixture of class tests, exams, presentations and referee reports.