E364 Applied Research in Economic History
Content
In this internship, students can obtain deep insights into the process of scholarly research in economic history by doing a research internship.
The topics will cover:
- long-run human capital development
- the development of welfare in many different world regions
- international economic history.
Key facts about the course
ECTS-Credits
9
Level
B.Sc.
Degree
Workload
45/225
class/self
Cycle
WS, SS
generally
Course language
ENG
Duration of the module
1
term
Exam written
Term paper
Maximum Student number
20
participants expected
Objectives
Students unterstand the current research methods in economic history, put their theoretical knowledge into practice and prove it. They also know how to participate in scientific projects. They not only look over the shoulders of researchers who are currently working on studies, but they will also participate actively in small work units of information retrieval, econometric analysis and the design of texts.
Registration
Necessary!
Registration period: Throughout the semester!
Type of registration: Onlineform
Please note: You will get an confirmation mail with an invitation to your first meeting!
Course type
Seminar (3 SWS)
Literature
Baten, Joerg (ed.), A History of the Global Economy: 1500 to the Present, Cambridge University Press.
Please refer to the studies on our homepage.
Course can be taken as part of the following programs/modules:
International Economics
- Focus Module Applied Economics
- Focus Module International Economics
- Focus Module Elective Studies
International Business Administration
- Focus Module Elective Studies
Economics and Business Administration - Type Economics
- Focus Module Applied Economics
- Focus Module International Economics
- Focus Module Elective Studies
Economics and Business Administration - Type Business Administration
- Focus Module Elective Studies