
Overview
Contemporary environmental problems, such as climate change, sustainable development and transboundary pollution are discussed in light of the concepts introduced in the first part of the course.
Course Aims
Environmental economics studies how economic activity and policy may affect the environment in which we live. Environmental Economics at University of Warwick provides students with theoretical and methodological tools that allow them to apply principles of economics to study how natural resources are (or should be) evaluated and managed. Contemporary environmental problems, such as climate change, sustainable development and transboundary pollution are discussed in light of the concepts introduced in the first part of the course.
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The core topics in the syllabus will typically include:
Strategic interactions: Coase Theorem; Tragedy of the Commons; Transactions costs and institutions
Valuing the environment: Welfare economics; efficiency and optimality in allocation; approaches to environmental evaluation; environmental ethics; sustainable development
Environmental policy instruments and implementation: common and control policies in different areas e.g. water; policy design and implementation; biodiversity; trade
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Economics Environmental Economics & Policy View 73 other Short Courses in Economics in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
This course is open to students who are studying or have previously studied Economics or Mathematics at University level. You should attach your most recent transcript or provide a screenshot of your modules from your student portal as evidence when you apply. Students should also meet our standard entry requirements and must be aged 18 or over by the time the Summer School commences and have a good understanding of the English language.
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3790 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3790 GBP for the full programme -
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3790 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3790 GBP for the full programme
Living costs for Coventry
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Funding
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