University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 11.00 am - 1.00 pm Wed

This module introduces students to the contributions that environmental economics can make to helping us understand and manage a wide range of environmental problems. We also study the insights which economics provides on the relationship between economic growth and environmental quality, and the measurement of sustainability. No prior knowledge of economics is presumed, and a course textbook is available which is co-written by one of the course lecturers.

Relationship to other modules

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take SD5023

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 hours - mixture of lectures and seminar style teaching

Scheduled learning hours: 22

Guided independent study hours: 130

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: CAG submission said 2-hour Written Examination - Mike changed to Class Test

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor N D Hanley
Module teaching staff: Team taught
Module coordinator email ndh3@st-andrews.ac.uk