Studying Economics

Studying Economics provides a thorough, yet digestible and friendly introduction to this often daunting subject. The complex components of economic theory and practice are broken down and explained using a logical approach, supported by working examples, tables and graphs. Introducing differing mainstream approaches to economic study, from Marxian to feminist to environmental, this book puts Economics into a context which is easy for any student to understand.
Explaining why and how we should study Economics, the book contains invaluable information on course content, learning techniques, revision, writing essays and dissertations, and examination assessment.

BRIAN ATKINSON was formerly Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Central Lancashire, and has been a visiting lecturer at several other universities. A former Chair of the Economics and Business Association, he has also written and edited several Economics books, including Applied Economics for which he is co-author.
SUSAN JOHNS is a Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of Central Lancashire, and has spent many years teaching Economics, with particular interest in Business Economics and teaching at an introductory level.

Introduction
PART ONE
Why Study Economics?
Typical Course Content
Mainstream Approaches to Economics
Competing Approaches to Economics
PART TWO
Mathematics and Statistics in Economics
Basic Study Skills
Writing Economics Essays
Assessment
Dissertations and Projects in Economics
Glossary
Index.