Hobart
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Introduction
In this unit, students undertake economic and/or finance research under the supervision of a member of academic staff in the discipline of economics and finance. Students produce a thesis document that reports and discusses findings from their research, which may be of an empirical and/or theoretical nature. Students also make two presentations on their research. The supervision of the research involves regular meetings between the student and their primary supervisor, aimed at monitoring the progress of research and thesis preparation.
Summary
| Unit name | Dissertation in Economics B |
| Unit code | BEA415 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | Tasmanian School of Business and Economics |
| Discipline | Economics |
| Coordinator | Doctor Bao Nguyen |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Honours |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Apply relevant economic theory and research skills to the field of inquiry.
- Develop persuasive and well supported arguments on a given topic.
- Communicate economics in oral and written format.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Assessment | Dissertation (commenced in BEA414 and completed in BEA415) (100%) |
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| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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