Introduction to Econometrics (level 5) (L1090)

15 credits, Level 5

Autumn teaching

You study the application of statistical methods to economic data and focus on regression analysis based on the ordinary least squares (OLS) principle. 

You look at model specification and the analysis of regression disturbance problems, such as autocorrelation and heteroscedasticity.

Teaching

67%: Lecture
33%: Seminar

Assessment

20%: Coursework (Test)
80%: Examination (Take away paper)

Contact hours and workload

This module is approximately 150 hours of work. This breaks down into about 32 hours of contact time and about 118 hours of independent study. The University may make minor variations to the contact hours for operational reasons, including timetabling requirements.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2020/21. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses: