Course coordinator
Dr Suzanne Bonner
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Economics School
This course has a number of objectives; to outline the problem of climate change, to discuss and compare the theoretical economic solutions to combating climate change, to present existing climate change mitigation actions in an economic context and to discuss possible future climate policy issues.
In this course students will learn to analyse climate change using economic approaches and concepts. By the end of the course students should not only have a greater awareness of the role of climate policy, but also be able to analyse and critically evaluate policy issues using basic microeconomic tools. Topics covered include economics of stabilisation, economics instruments, clean development mechanism, international agreements, adaptation, and Australia climate policy.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
ECON1010 or 7000 or 7010
Course contact
School enquiries
Student Enquiries, School of Economics
All enquiries regarding student and academic administration (i.e. non-course content information, e.g., class allocation, timetables, extension to assessment due date, etc.) should be directed to enquiries@economics.uq.edu.au.
Enquiries relating specifically to course content should be directed to the Course Coordinator/Lecturer.
Course staff
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Students are required to log their preferences for a tutorial group via My Timetable (available through my.UQ dashboard).
Students should refer to the timetable prior to the commencement of classes to ensure that they have the most up to date information, as from time-to-time late room changes may occur. The timetable can be downloaded hereﾠPublic Timetable.
Public Holidays: Wed 14 August (Royal Queensland Show), Mon 7 October (King's Birthday).
In-Semester Break: 23 - 29 September. Semester 2 classes recommence Mon 30 September.
Aims and outcomes
The purpose of ECON 7760 is to provide students with an economic framework that may be used to analyse climate change issues.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Demonstrate knowledge of the causes (and potential regulatory solutions) of climate change.
LO2.
Understand and apply economic concepts to the issue of climate change.
LO3.
Critically evaluate the economic outcome of climate change policy.
LO4.
Communicate economic thinking in non-technical, plain language via different formats.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | Online Quizzes | 35% (Quiz 1 15%, Quiz 2 20%) |
26/08/2024 4:00 pm 30/09/2024 4:00 pm |
| Presentation, Poster | Infographic and Presentation | 35% |
20/09/2024 4:00 pm |
| Project | Climate Policy Brief (maximum 1 page) | 30% |
25/10/2024 4:00 pm |
Assessment details
Online Quizzes
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 35% (Quiz 1 15%, Quiz 2 20%)
- Due date
26/08/2024 4:00 pm
30/09/2024 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
Students are required to complete online quizzes covering the materials
- Students will have 90 minutes to complete each online quiz.
- There will be true/false, multiple choice, and numerical questions in this quiz.
- The quiz will be available for a 96 hour period.
- More details regarding the format of the quiz will be posted to blackboard under Assessment.
Access to each quiz on Blackboard will be blocked once the timer expires or as the quiz closes.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submitted via Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The online quizzes have a maximum extension of 3 days to ensure timely feedback to other students.
Extension applications must be received before the deadline. When applying under medical reasons, your medical certificate must cover the full duration of the availability of the quiz. The course coordinator will decide on the evidence presented whether a late submission will be accepted and whether penalty will be applied.
Late submission
You will receive a mark of 0 if this assessment is submitted late.
Infographic and Presentation
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia
- Category
- Presentation, Poster
- Weight
- 35%
- Due date
20/09/2024 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
Students will be required to design an infographic on an issue relating to the first 6 weeks of course content on climate economics. Students must also record a 3-4 minute presentation on the infographic explaining the purpose and analysis provided by the infographic. It is required that students are physically visible in the recording. We recommend using Zoom or Teams to record your infographic presentation.
Please See Blackboard for specific question, details, and criteria.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Submission guidelines
Submit via Turnitin, Blackboard by the due date/time specified.
Submissions via email will not be accepted. All assessment MUST be submitted via Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extensions are restricted to 14 days to ensure that students receive timely feedback before the subsequent assessment item, due to the structured progression of the assessment in this course.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Climate Policy Brief (maximum 1 page)
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Project
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
25/10/2024 4:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L02, L03, L04
Task description
As part of the policy brief, students are expected to conduct through research on the selected policy issue, analyse the economic aspects of the policy issue and use economic graphs to illustrate key relationships, trends or comparisons.
- The text component of the brief is limited to 1 page.
- Font required is 12pt Times New Roman.
- Normal margins required - (2.54cm top, bottom and sides)
Please See Blackboard for specific question, details, and criteria.
This task has been designed to be challenging, authentic and complex. Whilst students may use AI and/or MT technologies, successful completion of assessment in this course will require students to critically engage in specific contexts and tasks for which artificial intelligence will provide only limited support and guidance.
A failure to reference generative AI use may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
To pass this assessment, students will be required to demonstrate detailed comprehension of their written submission independent of AI tools.
Submission guidelines
Submit via Turnitin, Blackboard by the due date/time specified.
Submissions via email will not be accepted. All assessment MUST be submitted via Blackboard.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 14 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
Extensions of policy brief may affect your ability to graduate in a given semester. While we allow a maximum 14-day extension, please be aware that if you wish to graduate on
time, your extension may be for a shorter duration to ensure timely grade processing.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0% - 29% |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30% - 46% |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47% - 49% |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50% - 64% |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65% - 74% |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75% - 84% |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85% - 100% |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
A student’s final overall end of semester percentage mark will be rounded to determine their final grade. For example, 64.5% rounds to 65%, while 64.4% rounds to 64%.
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Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Additional assessment information
Plagiarism
The School of Economics is committed to reducing the incidence of plagiarism. Further information on plagiarism and how to avoid an allegation of plagiarism is available in this course profile under Policies & Guidelines. Please refer to the Academic Integrity Module (AIM). It is strongly recommended that you complete the AIM if you have not already done so.
Referencing and Citing
APA is the required referencing style in this course.
Assignments must be substantially your own work. If you wish to report another author’s point of view you should do so in your own words, and properly cite the reference in accordance with the school style. Direct quotations should be used sparingly, form a small part of your work, and must be placed in quotation marks and duly referenced.
Any material taken from texts and other references, including electronic resources, CD‐ROMS, and the Internet, must be acknowledged using the accepted School style.
Students are encouraged to discuss issues that arise in this course together. However, the written work you submit must be entirely your own. Similarly, you must not help another student to cheat by lending assignments (present or past).
For more information on referencing styles, visit the library or see https://guides.library.uq.edu.au/referencing
If you do not reference the materials used in your assignment correctly, you could be found guilty of academic misconduct. Please see this link for more information: https://my.uq.edu.au/information-and-services/manage-my-program/student-integrity-and-conduct/academic-integrity-and-student-conduct
For more information on assessment, please review the UQ Assessment Policy.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 (22 Jul - 28 Jul) |
Lecture |
The Science of Climate Change Learning outcomes: L01 |
Multiple weeks From Week 2 To Week 13 |
Tutorial |
Tutorial Tutorials will be held from Week 2 - 13. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 2 (29 Jul - 04 Aug) |
Lecture |
Costs of Climate Change Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 3 (05 Aug - 11 Aug) |
Lecture |
Economics of Stablilisation Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 4 (12 Aug - 18 Aug) |
Lecture |
Economics Instruments: Theory I Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
Public holiday: EKKA - no tutorial on Wednesday |
|
Week 5 (19 Aug - 25 Aug) |
Lecture |
Economic instruments: theory II Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 6 (26 Aug - 01 Sep) |
Lecture |
Economic Instruments: Practice Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 7 (02 Sep - 08 Sep) |
Lecture |
Price Versus Quantity I Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 8 (09 Sep - 15 Sep) |
Lecture |
Price versus quantity II Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 9 (16 Sep - 22 Sep) |
Lecture |
International Agreements Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Mid Sem break (23 Sep - 29 Sep) |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
Mid Semester Break |
Week 10 (30 Sep - 06 Oct) |
Lecture |
Clean Development Mechanism/ REDD Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 11 (07 Oct - 13 Oct) |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
Public Holiday: King's Birthday - no tutorial on Monday |
Lecture |
Australian Climate Policy & Ethics Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 12 (14 Oct - 20 Oct) |
Lecture |
Adaptation Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 13 (21 Oct - 27 Oct) |
Lecture |
Final review - Climate Change Communication Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.