The course covers the same syllabus as Macroeconomics 2(P) with topics from the pass course being discussed in greater depth or with the addition of more advanced topics based on recent developments in macroeconomics.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On completion of the course, students should be able to:
1. Possess a coherent set of ideas for understanding macroeconomic phenomena and policy issues
2. Understand the assumptions, structure and micro-foundations of a macroeconomic model and understand its power and shortcomings
3. Formulate a relevant model and use such analytical tools in addressing a key macroeconomic question independently
4. Understand the different ways in which economic issues can be tackled
Students in this honours stream are expected to achieve a greater depth and breadth of understanding.
Other Information
See the course outline on the College courses page. Outlines are uploaded as they become available.
Indicative Assessment
As for the pass course plus additional assessment on the honours material.
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Workload
Lectures and tutorials as for the pass course together with additional honours classes throughout the semester.Requisite and Incompatibility
Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
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- Student Contribution Band:
- 3
- Unit value:
- 6 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 6.00 | 0.12500 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $4320 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $5760 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
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