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The module focuses on the role of the government in the economy. It uses the tools of microeconomics and empirical analysis to study the impact of government policies on individual behaviour and the distribution of resources in the economy. The module explores the economic arguments for and against government intervention in the economy, also introducing insights from behavioural economics into the analysis and design of public policies.
Private study: 134 hours
Contact Hours: 16 hours
Total: 150 hours
This is an elective module for all Single and Joint Honours Degree courses in Economics.
The module is NOT available to students across other degree courses in the University
Essay (1250 words) (20%)
Examination, 2 hours (80%)
Reassessment Instrument: 100% exam
*for the 23-24 academic year exams will be in-person*
The University is committed to ensuring that core reading materials are in accessible electronic format in line with the Kent Inclusive Practices.
The most up to date reading list for each module can be found on the university's reading list pages.
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
1 Critically evaluate the desirability and the consequences of governmental policies in terms of efficient resource allocation
2 Discuss critically key issues in public economics and the problems associated with collective decision making
3 Demonstrate critical understanding of the theory of collective decision making and its implications
4 Demonstrate awareness across a range of policy issues and relevant analytical tools
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