International Economic History (level 4) 15 credits

About the course

This course deals with historical perspectives on the development of capitalism - today's dominant system in the world economy - with perspectives from the late Middle Ages to the present day. The historical dynamics between capital, production, environmental impact and institutions are explored over time, as well as the role of the state and firms. Furthermore, factors behind economic growth, globalization and sustainability are identified and analyzed, focusing on the basic mechanisms and consequences of capitalist development. The course explores questions about the significance of capitalism for the emergence of modern economic growth, its spread and the existence of different varieties of capitalist systems, including periods of globalization. The link between economic growth, institutional change and environmental consequences also raises questions about whether capitalism has been and can be sustainable in the long run. The course is divided into four broader themes: 1) The emergence of modern growth; 2) The Political Economy of Capitalism; 3) Capitalism and sustainability; 4) In-depth individual assignment.

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Autumn 2025
- International Economic History (level 4)
  
  Second admissions round for EU/EEA citizens
  
  Autumn 2025 / Varied / English / Web-based (online)
  
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  Starts
  1 September 2025
  
  Ends
  18 January 2026
  
  Number of credits
  15 credits
  
  Type of studies
  Web-based (online)
  
  Mandatory meetings
  No mandatory meetings
  
  Other meetings
  None
  
  Study pace
  50%
  
  Teaching hours
  Daytime
  
  Study location
  Varied
  
  Language
  English
  
  Application code
  UMU-29609
  
  Eligibility Univ: The student must have accomplished 90-ECTS credits in Economics, Human Geography, Sociology, Economic History, Statistics, Business Administration, Law, Informatics, Political Science or an equivalent Social Science topic, including a bachelor thesis equivalent to 15 ECTS credits. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper Secondary course English A/6.
  
  Selection
  Academic credits
  
  Application
  Application deadline was 15 April 2025. The application period is closed. Please note: This second application round is intended only for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens.
  
  Application and tuition fees
  As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
  
  Application fee: SEK 900
  
  Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 24,150
  
  Total fee: SEK 24,150
  
  Details about tuition, fees and funding

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