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ECOS3037: Behavioural Insights for Public Policy
2026 unit information
This unit focuses on the application of behavioural economics to policy issues. Students will gain a solid understanding of behavioural economics and apply it to key policy areas like early childhood development, education, health, labour markets, and tax and transfer systems. Questions explored include: Why do many people set ambitious goals but fail to follow through? How does poverty affect decision-making? How should we choose between nudges and paternalistic policies? The unit develops essential skills for careers in public policy or other sectors that require an in-depth understanding of daily decision-making and its long-term effects.
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Economics |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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(ECOS2030 or ECMT1020) and (ECOS2001 or ECOS2901 or ECOS2002 or ECOS2902) |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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