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Course Description
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Course Name
Microeconomics
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Host University
Kingston University
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Location
London, England
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Area of Study
Economics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
? For study options 1 and 2, previous university-level study of introductory
microeconomics.
? For study option 3, prior successful study of consumer and producer theory is
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
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Credits
4 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course Content:
This module will show the use of microeconomic models in a problem solving context
and provide an analytical basis for subsequent elective modules.Topics covered include:
? Consumer theory
? Producer theory
? Strategic choice
? General equilibrium and welfare
? Uncertainty and informationTeaching: Lectures and seminars
Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
? A 'seminar portfolio': including four of the periodic problem sets that form the
basis of the weekly seminar schedule
? 2 hour Exam
STUDY OPTION 2/3:
Alternative assessment (tbc)Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer
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