ECO1910 : Introductory Mathematical Methods for Economics
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Robert Anderson
- Owning School: Newcastle University Business School
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| ECTS Credits: | 0.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Aims
The module aims to review GCSE mathematics materials given that some students will not have studied maths for the two years prior to embarking on their degree programme, and/or who lack comfort with mathematics and its application.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module will review GCSE level mathematics materials which will be built on as part of ECO1010. Along with relevant terminology, this includes the practical understanding of:
1. Numbers - powers, factors, order of operations, inverse operations, fractions, percentages, rounding.
2. Algebra - interpretation, substitution, manipulation and simplification, working with and solving equations.
3. Graphs - plotting, interpreting, slope and rates of change.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Workshops | 3 | 3:00 | 9:00 | N/A |
| Total | 9:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The workshops will provide an opportunity for students, in small groups, to review GCSE mathematics materials. A number of staff will be present in each session to facilitate this revision and address any issues students might have.
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 1 | M | 100 | There is no summative assessment for this module - this assessment is for upload only. |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prob solv exercises | 1 | M | Workshop problem sets |
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | NUMBAS test at end of module |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Problem solving exercises during the workshops will allow students to identify strengths and weaknesses with GCSE level mathematics concepts, to then engage with their fellow students and the staff in attendance, to overcome any issues and build confidence.
The final NUMBAS online test will allow students to review their overall progress with the module. A clear pass will provide a strong foundation for the ECO1010 module.
Reading Lists
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- ECO1910's Timetable