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Handbook 1997 : Faculty of Education : Economics

316-367 Economics C9: Social Economics

Credit Points:

11.1

Coordinator:

Carol Johnston

Prerequisite/s:

Economics B11 and Economics B22, or approved equivalent.

Timetable:

All Year

Contact:

A 2-hour seminar class for two semesters, except during BEd (Secondary) block periods of School Experience. Class presentations and activities may be required, as determined at the commencement of the subject

Objectives:

On completion of this subject students should be able to:

  • acquire an extension of their knowledge of economic theory and policy via a study of social economics; and

  • acquire specialised knowledge in social economics, with a breadth of background suitable for intending teachers of economics or for a career in commerce.

Content:

An economic approach to social questions, including an examination of the relevance and contribution of economic concepts to the problems of resource allocation and the distribution of income. The goals of economic policy, together with the methods and scope of government intervention, are examined in terms of the possible conflict between society's values and market forces.

Assessment:

A 2-hour examination (60%); class assignments totalling approximately 3000 words (40%).

Prescribed Texts:

  • Jones M, The Australian Welfare State - Origins, Control and Choices, 3rd ed. Allen & Unwin 1992.
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