Empirical Research in Energy Economics

What it is about

You choose an up-to-date research question from the field of energy markets, work on it independently based on scientific literature, and present the results in writing and orally. In the end you can classify relevant questions, analyze them with selected methods, and academically present and defend your own research results.

What you will be able to do

• Classify current economic questions in energy markets
• Apply selected methods and theories for analysis
• Formulate research questions independently
• Conduct literature research
• Present results in writing according to academic standards
• Present and discuss results orally

What the module consists of

• SeminararbeitCentral examination task; demonstration of analytical ability and independent research
• Work-in-Progress-PräsentationPresent interim status and obtain feedback; opportunity to improve the examination performance
• Finale PräsentationPresentation of results and defense; opportunity to improve the examination performance

Teaching method

• Eigenständige ArbeitStudents work on a self-chosen scientific question and review relevant literature
• Schriftliche AusarbeitungResult presentation according to academic standards
• Mündliche Präsentationen und DiskussionTrain verbal argumentation skills and defend results