EC542 Half Unit
Topics in Advanced Econometrics for Research Students II
This information is for the 2024/25 session.
Teacher responsible
Prof Francisco Hidalgo
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.
Additional topics in this field are explored in Topics in Advanced Econometrics for Research Students I in the Autumn Term.
Teaching
20 hours of EC485 Topics in Advanced Econometrics lectures and 10 further hours of lectures in the WT.
This course is delivered through lectures totalling a minimum of 30 hours across Winter Term. There are no classes. Attendance at lectures is compulsory.
Indicative reading
Please consult the reading list for EC485. Additional readings will be recommended at the start of the course.
Assessment
Assessment path 1
Exam (100%, duration: 2 hours, reading time: 15 minutes) in the spring exam period.
Assessment path 2
Exam (50%, duration: 1 hour, reading time: 15 minutes) in the spring exam period.
Essay (50%, 2000 words) in the ST.
Key facts
Department: Economics
Total students 2023/24: Unavailable
Average class size 2023/24: Unavailable
Value: Half Unit
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