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Development Economics: An Introduction (Export Module)
(dt. Development Economics: An Introduction (Exportmodul))

Level, degree of commitment Specialization module, compulsory elective module
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture, Tutorium,
180 hours (attendance: 56 hours, preparation and follow-up: 56 hours, exam preparation: 68 hours)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 6 CP
Course requirement(s):
Examination type: Written examination or term paper or presentation
Language,
Grading		 English,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program B.Sc. Economics.
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
each winter semester
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Michael Kirk

Contents

Students learn about the most important problems in development processes, including socio-economic manifestations of poverty, inequality, population growth, and environmental economic perspectives. The course also focuses on key theories and models of development economics, particularly the contributions of economic growth and international trade as well as structural and institutional change to economic development.


Qualification Goals

Upon completion of the module, students will be able to,

(1) grasp the complexity of the term ''development'',

(2) assess the actions of the main actors in international development cooperation, and

(3) recognize and critically classify the significance of theories and models of development economics in modern economics.


Prerequisites

None.


Applicability

Module imported from B.Sc. Economics.

When studying M.Sc. Computer Science, this module can be attended in the study area Profile Area Economics.


Recommended Reading

(not specified)



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