Pre-Sessional Maths

Code School Level Credits Semesters
ECON4037 Economics 4 N/A Autumn UK
Code
ECON4037
School
Economics
Level
4
Credits
N/A
Semesters
Autumn UK

Summary

Univariate calculus linear algebra multivariate calculus dynamic analysis

Target Students

MSc students in the School of Economics.

Classes

Intensive block of classes at start of semester one.

Assessment

Assessed by end of designated period

Educational Aims

The aim of the module is to provide students with the mathematical tools required for economic analysis at postgraduate level.

Learning Outcomes

On completing this module, the learning outcomes are such that students will be able to:

A. Knowledge and Understanding
A1 Demonstrate a broad and deep knowledge of advanced core areas of economics
A2 Apply core advanced economic theory and quantitative methods to applied topics
A3 Show understanding of advanced analytical methods
A4 Show understanding of relevant mathematical and statistical techniques

B. Intellectual Skills
B1 Apply complex ideas to solve problems
B2 Work with abstract concepts and in a context of generality
B3 Reason logically and work analytically

C. Professional / Practical Skills
C2 Select and apply appropriate techniques to solve problems
C3 Justify conclusions using economic arguments with appropriate rigour

D. Transferable Skills
D1 Apply mathematical, statistical and graphical techniques in an appropriate manner
D3 Analyse and solve complex problems accurately. 

Conveners

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Last updated 07/01/2025.