Environmental Economics (L1088)
Environmental Economics
Module L1088
Module details for 2019/20.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
The module Environmental Economics gives an introduction to the economics of the environment and environmental policy.The module discusses externalities, optimality, sustainability, cost-benefit analysis, and their ethical foundations; methods for valuing environmental goods and services; policy instruments for pollution control; environment and development; environment and trade; and environmental accounting for countries and corporations. In the seminars, the concepts of the lectures will be applied to environmental problems such as air pollution, climate change, acidification, and eutrophication.
Module learning outcomes
Have demonstrated an understanding of the core principles of environmental economics and management
Be able to analyse an environmental problem using an appropriate economic framework
Have demonstrated an ability to carry out self-directed study and research
Have demonstrated a competence in systematically assessing complex and multi-faceted issues in public policy
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 9 | 100.00% |
| Take Away paper | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Richard Tol
Assess convenor, Convenor
https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/289812
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