NA0191, Applications of theory and methods in environmental economics, 7.5 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: Jon Petter Gustafsson, 2022-12-09
Valid from : Spring semester 2024 (2024-01-15)

Level

First cycle (G2F)

Main field of study

Economics

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The aim of the course is to provide in-depth knowledge of how economic theories and methods can be applied to empirically analyze economic and political problems relating to the environment and the management of natural resources, from a production as well as a consumption perspective. The course includes reading and critically reviewing scientific articles. After completing the course, the students will have the ability to independently formulate problems and questions and to identify adequate economic methods.

After completing the course, the student should be able to:

• show in-depth knowledge and understanding of how economic theory and economic methods can be used to address research questions oriented towards environmental problems. This includes, based on scientific articles, identifying and assessing strengths and weaknesses with alternative methods, for example when evaluating different policies,

• independently formulate problems and questions relating to central economic and political problems in environmental policy and the management of natural resources, and identify adequate methods for empirical analyzes of these questions,

• demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing give an account of and discuss how agricultural and food policy can be designed to steer towards environmental policy and other political objectives.

Content

*Subject content: *

The course covers the methods used to analyse different policy areas in environmental economics, including policy measures, efficiency, and environmental policy’s importance and development from a sustainability perspective. The course includes critical discussion of strengths and weaknesses of different analysis methods in a given context and policy question. The course includes both local and global environmental problems.

*Course implementation: *

The course uses different teaching methods to promote students' learning and discussions through: 
Lectures, exercises, seminars and written assignments.

The course focuses on the following general competences: 
Scientific methods, critical thinking, problem solving, oral and written communication, plan and manage time.

The following components are compulsory: 
Participation in compulsory seminars.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written examination. <br> Approved participation in compulsory seminars.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Economics

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Politices kandidat - hållbar utveckling
• Business and Economics - Sustainable Development (BSc)

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	7.5	0001

The Course Replaces

Parts of NA0183