EC518
Topics in Advanced Econometrics for Research Students
This information is for the 2023/24 session.
Teacher responsible
Prof Francisco Hidalgo SAL.4.20 and Prof Taisuke Otsu SAL.4.25
Availability
This course is available on the MRes/PhD in Economics and MRes/PhD in Economics and Management. This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
See course content for EC485. Additionally, this course will examine more advanced theories and applications in Econometric Theory. Recent developments in the field will be discussed, giving students an insight into the process by which research is conducted, and suggesting fruitful areas for research.
Teaching
20 hours of EC485 Topics in Advanced Econometrics lectures and 10 hours of EC518 lectures in each of the AT and the WT.
This course is delivered through lectures totalling a minimum of 60 hours across Autumn Term and Winter Term. There are no classes. Attendance at lectures is compulsory.
Indicative reading
See reading list for EC485. Additional readings will be recommended at the start of the course.
Assessment
Assessment path 1
Exam (50%, duration: 2 hours, reading time: 15 minutes) in the January exam period.
Exam (50%, duration: 2 hours, reading time: 15 minutes) in the spring exam period.
Assessment path 2
Exam (50%, duration: 2 hours, reading time: 15 minutes) in the January exam period.
Exam (25%, duration: 1 hour, reading time: 15 minutes) in the spring exam period.
Essay (25%, 2000 words) in the ST.
Key facts
Department: Economics
Total students 2022/23: 5
Average class size 2022/23: Unavailable
Lecture capture used 2022/23: Yes (MT & LT)
Value: One Unit
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