Course Description
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Course Name
Advanced Macro and Microeconomics
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Economics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Students must have completed ECO2003F Microeconomics II and ECO2004S Macroeconomics II; STA1000S Introductory Statistics and STA1001F Introductory Statistics 1 or equivalent e.g. MAM1010F.
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Host University Units
18 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This is a compulsory core module for all students taking economics programmes. The course is divided into (i) microeconomics and (ii) macroeconomics. Microeconomics covers general equilibrium analysis under perfect competition and market failure (externalities, public goods and imperfect information). Welfare economics is also dealt with. Macroeconomics covers expectations and introduces students to growth theory.
DP requirements: All class tests and assignments/essays/projects to be completed. A weighted average mark of 40% for tests, tutorials, essays and assignments. Only students who have obtained DP certificates may write the final examination.
Assessment: Classwork (tests, tutorials and assignments/essays/projects) 40% June examination 60% The course outline will detail the breakdown for submission weighting and variation for exemptions and absences.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.