Date of entry

September 2024

Teaching

Teaching in Economics uses a variety of methods including:

  • lectures
  • workshops
  • tutorials
  • statistics sessions

You will learn to study independently to broaden and deepen your understanding of the issues covered in the teaching. We also offer an annual series of industry guest lectures which you are encouraged to attend.

For International Relations, there are different teaching methods depending on which modules you choose. Most will include:

  • lectures
  • tutorials
  • seminars
  • workshops
  • online resources

You can find out more from individual module descriptions.

The University of Dundee School of Business is committed to providing students with an exciting, meaningful, and interactive learning experience taking advantage of traditional and leading-edge learning technologies. This hybrid approach to education delivery, which includes both in-person and online material, has been adopted globally by top universities.

Our approach is flexible, attempting to meet the needs of all our domestic and international students. Moreover, our students are assured of an on-campus learning experience for all modules supplemented and complemented by state-of-the-art Cloud technology. A major advantage of ‘hybrid teaching’ is that it allows popular classes to remain small so that meaningful discussion and engagement between students and academics can occur.

Assessment

Assessments can be in the form of essays, problem-based exercises, case studies, presentations, group projects and exams. All of these will provide the basis for your final grade.

Different modules use different assessment levels. For example:

  • formal exams (where you answer essay-type questions from a previously unseen paper)
  • 'seen' exams (where you know the questions in advance but still must answer them in timed exam conditions)
  • prepared essays on a specific topic
  • marked work from seminars
  • online quizzes

Generally, modules will involve a mixture of assessment techniques in order to achieve an all-round picture of your abilities and to give you a chance to shine in the type of test that suits you best.

Modules

Study six modules in Level 1 and 2, of which two are compulsory Economics and two are compulsory International Relations modules. The remaining two modules in Levels 1 and 2 are chosen from the wide choice of MA modules from across subjects.

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

Module code: BU12011 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 2

Learn how humans have shaped the economic world from our origins through to Industrialisation and now how technology is used.

Exchange, trade and internationalisation have all influenced how our lives and economic markets operate. By understanding the past of economics you will better understand the complexities of modern day economics.

Optional Modules

You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.

Module code: BU11004 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

Learn about current Economic and Business issues from a global perspective. Theories of economics will be applied to modern problems with global impact. You will have the chance to put models into practise understanding how Economics can help both understand and improve the world we live in. 

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

Module code: BU21004 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

This module covers the micro aspects of the economy by focusing on the basic theories of consumer and firm behaviour under various settings.

You will learn about the conditions in which markets will or will not produce desirable outcomes and the role of government in improving the operation of markets.

Optional Modules

You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.

Module code: AG20001 Credits: 20 Semester: Semester 1

For undergraduate students seeking to gain a better understanding of career planning process.

Ideal for anyone who wants to get started with choosing a career path or make plans towards their future. Suitable for students who need the flexibility of online learning.

Core Modules

These modules are an essential part of your course.

Module code: BU30016 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 1

Microeconomic analysis is the study of individual economic units such as households, firms, and markets to understand their behaviour and decision-making processes. It examines factors like supply and demand, pricing, production, and consumer choices to provide insights into the allocation of resources and economic efficiency.

Optional Modules

You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.

Module code: BU30013 Credits: 15 Semester: Semester 2

The module will focus on developing your understanding of core marketing concepts.

You will examine the history of marketing: developing a theoretical understanding of the key elements of the marketing mix, the development of services marketing and the impact marketing has on society.

Optional Modules

You need to choose one or more of these modules as part of your course.

Module code: BU40016 Credits: 30 Semester: Semester 1

You will analyse global economic business trends and explore key trade and investment theories between countries.

Discuss the policy effects on corporate decisions regarding trade, labour, and investment.

Plus gain insights into the global trading system's operation and its business implications.

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