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ECC5665 · Research topics in advanced microeconomics

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2026 Handbook6 credit pointsLevel 5Department of Economics

Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTC

Overview

Advanced topics in microeconomics and current research and policy issues. Topics may include an in-depth study of general equilibrium, mesoeconomics, new classical economics of specialisation, transaction costs, and inframarginal analysis, principal agent models and incentive regulation.

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
ClaytonSecond semesterTeaching activities are on-campus (ON-CAMPUS)

Assessment

The Handbook lists an examination for this unit.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
11 - ExerciseExercise40%
22 - ExaminationExamination60%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

prohibitions

  • BEX6650 — Research topics in advanced microeconomics
  • ECC6650 — Research topics in advanced microeconomics

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Learning outcomes

  1. possess technical proficiency to initiate and pursue PhD level research
  2. be capable of developing an original research topic
  3. be in a position to undertake research in microeconomics and related fields.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. You are expected to complete all pre-class activities prior to your scheduled class, and post-class activities should be completed after your scheduled class. Learning activities may include a combination of teacher directed, peer directed and online engagement activities.

ActivityDuration
Applied sessions36 hours
Workshops36 hours

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