Program Overview

Research Methods (ECON0080)

Key Information

The Research Methods module is part of the Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences, specifically within the Economics teaching department. It holds a credit value of 15. However, it is restricted to MSc Economics students in the UCL Department of Economics only.

Alternative Credit Options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

Aims: The Research Methods module serves as a compulsory foundation for master's level study in the UCL Department of Economics. It revises analytical tools frequently used in economics and econometrics, with a strong practical focus. The module aims to ensure all students understand basic analytical concepts featured in the Department's core and options modules at the MSc level.

Module Deliveries for 2026/27 Academic Year

• Intended teaching term: Term 1
• Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and Assessment

Mode of Study

• In person

Methods of Assessment

• 100% In-class activity

Mark Scheme

• Numeric Marks

Other Information

• Number of students on module in previous year: 76
• Module leader: Dr. Thanos Athanasopoulos

Last Updated

This module description was last updated on 10th March 2026.