Econometrics Research Report Part 1 (ECOM90026)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1 (Extended)
Andrew Clarke: andrew.clarke@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability(Quotas apply) | Semester 1 (Extended) |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The Econometrics Research Report involves a two-semester program of study, (commencing in Semester 1 and completed in one calendar year). The Econometrics Research Report is unsupervised, but each student will be allocated an adviser to whom they can address questions. Students will be required to conduct, present, and complete an independent piece of research, utilising modern econometric methods.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Identify and develop a suitable and feasible research topic in applied econometrics
- Identify the bibliographic and data sources relevant to the topic
- Analyse and synthesise the literature relevant to the topic
- Apply appropriate economic and econometric methods of analysis
- Orally present the results of an independent piece of research
- Complete a written research report
Generic skills
- High level of development: written communication; problem solving; application of theory to practice; interpretation and analysis; critical thinking.
- Moderate level of development: use of computer software; accessing data and other information from a range of sources; receptiveness to alternative ideas.
- Some level of development: oral communication; synthesis of data and other information; evaluation of data and other information.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of 100 points in either the Master of Applied Econometrics or the Master of Applied Econometrics (Enhanced).
AND
A minimum weighted average mark of at least 70% in the first 100 points of either the Master of Applied Econometrics or the Master of Applied Econometrics (Enhanced) programs.
AND
Approval from the Program Director.
Corequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ECOM90013 | Econometrics 3 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Research Report
| Week 12 | 100% |
Additional details
The Econometrics Research Report itself is examined and comprises 100% of the assessment for the two subjects Econometrics Research Report Part 1 and Econometrics Research Report Part 2.
The Econometrics Research Report involves a two-semester program of study, (commencing in Semester 1 and completed in one calendar year). The Research Report is unsupervised; however, each student will be allocated an academic advisor to assist with the completion of the Econometrics Research Report.
Students are required to conduct and present the results of an independent piece of economic research. In Semester 1 students are required to submit a formal written research proposal in Week 3 and present an oral progress report during Weeks 7 and 8.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Quotas apply to this subject
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Extended)
Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 30 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 30 June 2025 Semester 1 (Extended) contact information
Andrew Clarke: andrew.clarke@unimelb.edu.au
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Last updated: 4 March 2025
Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025