49706 Regulatory Economics
6cp; block; availability: Energy Planning and Policy core subjectPostgraduate
Subject coordinator: Associate Professor Deepak Sharma
This subject focuses on developing an understanding of the economics of regulation, and of methods and principles of regulation design for the energy sector and other sectors of the economy. Topics include: historical overview of regulation; drivers for regulation; costs and benefits of regulation; impacts of regulation; institutional structure, ownership and regulation; regulatory frameworks; regulation design; and policy issues and politics of regulation. Case studies on regulatory aspects will be provided from the energy section and other sectors of the economy.
Assessment: Assignments (40 per cent), quizzes (50 per cent), contribution to class discussion (10 per cent).
Typical availability
Spring semester, City campus
For detailed information, see the full subject description at:
http://www.eng.uts.edu.au/Current_Students/postgraduate/subject_desc/49706.htm
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,084.62
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,425.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
Subject EFTSL: 0.125Access conditions
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