WORLD ECONOMIC HISTORY, 1750-2000 - 2021/2
Module code: ECO2059
Module Overview
This module provides a general overview of how the world economy has evolved, focusing on the success of particular countries’ and regions; economic development over time. Long-term changes in population, productivity and industrial capacity are examined and quantified. The role of strong formal and informal institutions in economic development are considered. The module includes analyses of the original leading industrial nation, Great Britain, and the rise of the United States. The development of continental Europe and periphery countries will also be discussed along with the effects of the Great Recession, Great Depression, World Wars and other global crises.
Module provider
Economics
Module Leader
SIMS Peter (Economics)
Number of Credits: 15
ECTS Credits: 7.5
Framework: FHEQ Level 5
Module cap (Maximum number of students): N/A
Overall student workload
Independent Learning Hours: 51
Lecture Hours: 22
Tutorial Hours: 11
Guided Learning: 33
Captured Content: 33
Module Availability
Semester 2
Prerequisites / Co-requisites
None
Module content
The British Industrial Revolution
Rise of the USA to Global Pre-Eminence
Globalisation; the Gold Standard in Theory and Practice
Interwar Instability
The European Golden Age
African Development
Great Recession
Modern Economic Institutions
Assessment pattern
| Assessment type | Unit of assessment | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | COURSEWORK | 30 |
| Examination Online | FINAL EXAMINATION | 70 |
Alternative Assessment
Not applicable
Assessment Strategy
The assessment strategy is designed to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of how theories and ideas are being developed, and how the environment relates to this evolution. It is designed to allow students to show that they have a basic understanding of how economics of a discipline has evolved, as well as stimulate discussions to allow students to question the validity of assertions.
Thus, the summative assessment for this module consists of two units of assessment:
-Essay of 1,500 words worth 30% of the module mark. Due between weeks 7-10 based on a choice of preset questions.
-An examination (2 hours) consisting of a choice of short answers and a choice of essays.
Formative assessment and feedback
Formative assessment and feedback is given through discussion in lectures and seminars. Further, feedback is provided for the essays and general questions posted in lectures / online forums. Office hours provide further opportunities for individual feedback and discussion.
Module aims
- To familiarise students with the ways in which micro-economic and other analytical tools can illuminate our understanding of the historical understanding of economic development.
Learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | ||
| 001 | Display knowledge of the chronology of economic development from the First Industrial Revolution to modern times | CK |
| 002 | Explain how technological change and innovation have helped shaped economic and business development | CKT |
| 003 | Discuss historical developments of economic actors, institutions and society | CK |
| 004 | Comprehend the causes of economic crises and the solutions offered by different schools of thought | CK |
| 005 | Evaluate the role of economic investment, research and development, and technological policy in the shaping of the economy and economic history | CKT |
| 006 | Display knowledge of the nature of differences in long-term economic development | CKPT |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Methods of Teaching / Learning
The learning and teaching strategy is designed to: Build an appreciation of how ideas and theories are developed and evolve to address issues of importance. Allow students to communicate their knowledge of relevant economic theories and ideas in (group) discussions effectively. The learning and teaching methods include:
-Lectures with opportunities for discussion and group work (11x 2 hours)
-Feedback sessions to discuss topics and questions arising from the lectures as well as essay writing (5x1 hour)
-Online revision lecture
-Use of discussion forum for discussing problems or questions about the module
Indicated Lecture Hours (which may also include seminars, tutorials, workshops and other contact time) are approximate and may include in-class tests where one or more of these are an assessment on the module. In-class tests are scheduled/organised separately to taught content and will be published on to student personal timetables, where they apply to taken modules, as soon as they are finalised by central administration. This will usually be after the initial publication of the teaching timetable for the relevant semester.
Indicated Lecture Hours (which may also include seminars, tutorials, workshops and other contact time) are approximate and may include in-class tests where one or more of these are an assessment on the module. In-class tests are scheduled/organised separately to taught content and will be published on to student personal timetables, where they apply to taken modules, as soon as they are finalised by central administration. This will usually be after the initial publication of the teaching timetable for the relevant semester.
Reading list
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Other information
None
Programmes this module appears in
| Programme | Semester | Classification | Qualifying conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Economics BSc (Hons) | 2 | Optional | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Economics and Finance BSc (Hons) | 2 | Optional | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
| Economics BSc (Hons) | 2 | Optional | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2021/2 academic year.