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| Module Availability |
Autumn |
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| Assessment Pattern |
| Unit(s) of Assessment |
Weighting Towards Module Mark (%)
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| Coursework: Take home assignment 1 |
30
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| Coursework: Take home assignment 2 |
30
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| Coursework: Take home assignment 3 |
40
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Qualifying Condition(s)
A weighted aggregated mark of 50% is required to pass the module |
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| Module Overview |
This module will examine the fundamentals of energy economics including technology |
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
Undergraduate degree in economics or suitable alternative |
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| Module Aims |
To introduce students to the key areas of energy economics and technology that underpins the energy modules taken on the MSc in Energy Economics and Policy |
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| Learning Outcomes |
By the end of the module students will
- Have knowledge of the UK and world energy situation
- Have an understanding of the technologies underpinning the energy industry
- Have an understanding of the economic fundamentals underpinning most energy types
- Be introduced to the important theoretical work that underpin the study of energy economics and natural resources
- Appreciate the important energy policy issues
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| Module Content |
The following is an indication of the likely topics to be covered:-
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Energy balances and statistics
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Energy technology
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Introduction to the economics of Natural Resources
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Introduction to the economics of different energy types (Coal, Oil, Gas, Electricity, etc.)
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Introduction to the economics of energy and the environment
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Introduction to important energy policy issues
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
Lectures (20 hrs) |
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
There is no up-to-date text that is suitable for the module. Specific reading will be given for each topic as the module progresses. |
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| Last Updated |
28 September 2010 |
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