Public Economics

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
ECON 1007
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Course ID
200328
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course deepens the critical thinking and practical reasoning of economics in modelling and evaluating the role of the public sector in the economy, why government intervention is needed, how it influences the choices of the private sector and the welfare effects of such influences. It also investigates and integrates models of political economy, which regard actions of the public sector as determined by political processes. Topics covered include welfare economics, market failures, and political economy.

  • Markets, Society, And The State
  • Policy In Action
  • Who Pays And Who Gains?

Course learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental tools and concepts required to comprehend key subjects in Public Economics
  • Apply models to analyse policy challenges confronting governments locally and internationally
  • Use economic models and concepts to propose solutions to public economics and policy challenges and identify the obstacles hindering their implementation

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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