- UCAS course code
- L900
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Bachelor of Arts (BAEcon)
BAEcon Development Studies
In-depth study into the problems and options faced by the developing world.
- Typical A-level offer: AAA including specific subjects
- Typical contextual A-level offer: ABB including specific subjects
- Refugee/care-experienced offer: BBB including specific subjects
- Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at HL, including specific subjects
Fees and funding
Fees
Tuition fees for home students commencing their studies in September 2025 will be £9,535 per annum (subject to Parliamentary approval). Tuition fees for international students will be £29,500 per annum. For general information please see the undergraduate finance pages.
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Course unit details:
The Chinese Economy
Unit code | ECON30102 |
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Credit rating | 10 |
Unit level | Level 3 |
Teaching period(s) | Semester 2 |
Available as a free choice unit? | Yes |
Overview
The aims of this course are:
(i) to provide an overview of the Chinese economy; (ii) to discuss the different perspectives on the current issues of the Chinese economy; (iii) to evaluate the problems and potentials of Chinese economy; (iv) to familiarise students with the economic/business environment in China; (v) to apply economic theories to a real economy.
Pre/co-requisites
Unit title | Unit code | Requirement type | Description |
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Principles of Microeconomic Theory 1: Consumers, Welfare, Production and Costs | ECON10171 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Macroeconomic Analysis 1 | ECON10181 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Microeconomics 1 | ECON10221 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Macroeconomics 1 | ECON10241 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Macroeconomics 1 | ECON10252 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Microeconomics 1 | ECON10331 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
(ECON10221 Micro 1 and ECON10252 Macro 1) or (ECON10331 Micro 1 and ECON10241 Macro 1) or (ECON10171 Micro Analysis 1 and ECON10181 Macro Analysis 1)
Aims
The aims of this course are:
- To provide an overview of the Chinese economy.
- To discuss the different perspectives on the current issues of the Chinese economy.
- To evaluate the problems and potentials of Chinese economy.
- To familiarise students with the economic/business environment in China.
- To apply economic theories to a real economy.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this course, successful students will be able to:
- Gain an understanding of Chinese economic history.
- Explore the degree and characteristics of China's transition and economic development.
- Identify the major economic problems China is facing today and consider potential solutions.
- Be familiar with and have a clear understanding of the current hot discussions about China.
Syllabus
Provisional
Topic 1: Chinese Economic History before 1949.
Topic 2: Economic Development from 1949 to 1978 and the Reforms since 1978.
Topic 3: International Trade and Structural Transformation
Topic 4: Banking and Financial System in China.
Topic 5: Income Distribution in China.
Topic 6: Labour Market in China.
Topic 7: Growth Accounting and Growth Potential.
Teaching and learning methods
Synchronous activities (such as Lectures or Review and Q&A sessions, and tutorials), and guided self-study
Employability skills
- Analytical skills
- Skills of analysis, and the application of analytical models. The evaluation and critical analysis of arguments, theories and policies. Synthesise and evaluate data.
- Research
- Independently locate and assess relevant literature, and to draw on these to develop understanding and to construct arguments.
- Other
- Manage time and work to deadlines.
Assessment methods
10% In-Term Tests x 2 (5% each).
90% Final Exam
Feedback methods
- Tutorial discussion.
- Q&As.
- Revision sessions.
- Office hours.
- Discussion boards.
Recommended reading
- Naughton, Barry., (2007), The Chinese Economy: Transitions and Growth, Cambridge, Mass.: MIT Press.
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Lin, Justin Yifu., (2011), Demystifying the Chinese Economy, Cambridge, Cambridge University Press.
Teaching staff
Staff member | Role |
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Xiaobing Wang | Unit coordinator |
Additional notes
For every 10 course unit credits we expect students to work for around 100 hours. This time generally includes any contact times (online or face to face, recorded and live), but also independent study, work for coursework, and group work. This amount is only a guidance and individual study time will vary