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ECOP3911: Theories in Political Economy

2024 unit information

This unit seeks to develop a deeper understanding of the various theoretical frameworks within which political economic analysis is constructed, and to which you have been introduced in other political economy units. To do this, you will focus on the methodologies, core concepts and philosophical underpinnings of the principal schools of economic thought with particular emphasis on the non-neoclassical approaches to the study of economic issues. If you are considering further study in political economy (Honours, MPhil or PhD), you are strongly encouraged to undertake this unit as it provides the necessary fundamental preparation for further study.

Unit details and rules

Managing faculty or University school:

Political Economy

Code ECOP3911
Academic unit Political Economy
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 2000 level in Political Economy
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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ECOP3901
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. understand different theories of political economy
  • LO2. apply theories and concepts to study specific issues
  • LO3. make links between economic and political questions
  • LO4. construct a sound argument based on evidence and communicate this effectively (both verbally and in writing)
  • LO5. examine critically received ideas and existing institutions.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 2 2024
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Outline unavailable
Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 2 2021
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2022
Normal day Remote
Semester 2 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney

Modes of attendance (MoA)

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Important enrolment information

Additional advice

Third year students who have not completed the prerequisites should consult the Department of Political Economy about alternative requirements.