The main part of the course consists of independently carrying out a scientifically based investigation assignment, resulting in a written thesis. To ensure relevant, interesting and well-founded results, the work is based on knowledge in the area and it develops new knowledge by means of scientific theories and methods. The thesis work (Degree project) is usually within one of the following subjects: Econometrics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Industrial dynamics, Entrepreneurship, Financial economics, Economical geography, International economics or Institutional economics.
ME270X Degree Project in the Economics of Innovation and Growth, Second Cycle 30.0 credits
Information per course offering
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Information for Autumn 2024 Start 26 Aug 2024 programme students
- Course location
KTH Campus
- Duration
- 26 Aug 2024 - 13 Jan 2025
- Periods
- P1 (15.0 hp), P2 (15.0 hp)
- Pace of study
100%
- Application code
50375
- Form of study
Normal Daytime
- Language of instruction
English
- Course memo
- Course memo is not published
- Number of places
Places are not limited
- Target group
TEINM2 students enrolled before fall semester 2015 may choose this course as an alternative to ME271X which use grade scale P/F.
- Planned modular schedule
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- Schedule
- Schedule is not published
- Part of programme
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Contact
Kristina Nyström (kristina.nystrom@indek.kth.se)
Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus ME270X (Autumn 2019–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus ME270X (Autumn 2019–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
The aim of the course is to develop the student's ability and skill to structure a problem and to carry out an analysis in the area of Economics of innovation and growth. After completing the course (Degree Project, Second Cycle) the student should be able to:
- Show considerably deepened knowledge in the area of economics of innovation and growth, including deepened knowledge of current research and development work.
- Show deep method knowledge within economics of innovation and growth.
- Show ability to contribute to research and development and thereby contribute to the knowledge development.
- Critically, independently and creatively identify and formulate complex problems.
- Plan and with adequate methods carry out qualified assignments within given frames.
- Show ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge
- Orally and in writing clearly present and discuss his/her conclusions and the underlying knowledge and arguments.
- Evaluate and give relevant feedback on other students' work
- Make assessments, considering relevant scientific, social and ethical aspects related to his/her own study.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
A minimum of 60 credits completed within the Master's programme in Economics of Innovation and Growth
Recommended prerequisites
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Equipment
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Literature
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Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- XUPP - Examination Question, 30.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Industrial Management
Education cycle
Second cycle
Add-on studies
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Contact
Kristina Nyström (kristina.nystrom@indek.kth.se)
Supplementary information
Replaces AH200X
You may choose ME271X instead.
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