Module: Introduction to Microeconomics

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	Introduction to Microeconomics
Module Code	ECO1004 (ITS: EF116)
Faculty	DCU Business School	School	DCU Business School
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5

Description

The purpose of this module is to introduce students to microeconomic theory, principles, policy and practice. Economic concepts and models will be assessed and evaluated as explanations of the workings and outcomes of the micro economy including consumers, enterprises and markets. In addition, the conclusions from the above will inform microeconomic policy issues and their evaluation. Delivery is through a combination of lectures, tutorials, home exercises and on-line activities.

Learning Outcomes

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2. Define key concepts used in microeconomics
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7. Present and evaluate microeconomic theories and models
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12. Apply these microeconomic concepts to numerical analysis and actual microeconomic world situations
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17. Discuss and assess the form and consequences of Government microeconomic policy and market intervention
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*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full time hours per semester
Lecture	24	Formal lectures presenting and discussing key concepts, models and ideas in microeconomics
Tutorial	12	Fortnightly tutorials based on structured exercises and response to student queries
Independent Study	84	Study, exercises, tutorial related work, revision
Total Workload: 120

Section Breakdown
CRN	10358	Part of Term	Semester 1
Coursework	20%	Examination Weight	80%
Grade Scale	40PASS	Pass Both Elements	N
Resit Category	RC1	Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Dimitrios Argyros	Module Teacher

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
Participation	Participation in fortnightly tutorials and prior completion of online assessments	15%	n/a
In Class Test	Midterm test	20%	n/a
Formal Examination	End of Semester exam	65%	End-of-Semester

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; RC1: A resit is available for both^* components of the module. RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module. RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element. ^* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Indicative Reading List

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