ECON30008 History of Economic Thought

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.

Is ECON30008 hard?

ECON30008: About average. Not running in 2026, so it isn't on the lists. Makes it harder: Final exam 80%, You must pass the exam on its own. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How economic ideas developed, from the classical economists through the neoclassicals to Keynes.

After it you can

What you need first

ECON20001 and ECON20002

Careers

Helps toward: Economist

How it’s assessed

Assignments 20%, Final exam 80%

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Quick answers

When is ECON30008 offered?
Not running in 2026.
What do I need before taking ECON30008?
Needs ECON20001 and ECON20002.
Does ECON30008 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 80% of the mark. You must pass the exam on its own. Assessment: Assignments 20%, Final exam 80%.
Can I take ECON30008 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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