Game Theory for Social Scientists
This module is part of the Social Science Research Methods Course programme which is a shared platform for providing research students with a broad range of quantitative and qualitative research methods skills that are relevant across the social sciences.
This week long course has been designed to introduce students to the intricacies and background of game theory. Coupling theory with practical simulations and workshops, students will work with practitioners on static, dynamic, and repeated games, as well as build an understanding of incomplete information. Emphasis will be placed on the relevance of game theory for your own field of study. Students with an interest in this research method are encouraged to apply.
REGISTRATION CLOSES: Friday 31st January
For a more detailed description of the course, please see http://klein.co.uk/GameTheory.html
Students with an interest in game theory as a research method.
- A working knowledge of mathematics (i.e. elementary calculus)
- Attendance of a briefing session on Tuesday 28th January, 4-5pm, Institute of Criminology, Room B4
- Participation in a pre-course survey by Tue 4th February
Number of sessions: 10
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tue 28 Jan 2014 16:00 - 17:00 | 16:00 - 17:00 | Institute of Criminology, Room B4 | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 2 | Mon 17 Mar 2014 09:00 - 13:15 | 09:00 - 13:15 | Institute of Criminology, Room B4 | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 3 | Tue 18 Mar 2014 09:00 - 11:00 | 09:00 - 11:00 | Judge Business School, W2.02 | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 4 | Tue 18 Mar 2014 11:15 - 13:15 | 11:15 - 13:15 | Titan Teaching Room 2, New Museums Site | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 5 | Wed 19 Mar 2014 09:00 - 13:15 | 09:00 - 13:15 | Institute of Criminology, Room B4 | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 6 | Thu 20 Mar 2014 09:00 - 11:00 | 09:00 - 11:00 | Judge Business School, Castle Teaching Room | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 7 | Thu 20 Mar 2014 11:15 - 12:55 | 11:15 - 12:55 | Phoenix Teaching Room 1, New Museums Site | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 8 | Thu 20 Mar 2014 14:00 - 16:00 | 14:00 - 16:00 | Institute of Criminology, Room B4 | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 9 | Fri 21 Mar 2014 09:00 - 11:00 | 09:00 - 11:00 | Judge Business School, Castle Teaching Room | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
| 10 | Fri 21 Mar 2014 11:15 - 12:55 | 11:15 - 12:55 | Titan Teaching Room 1, New Museums Site | map | Thilo Klein, Chi Kong Chyong |
To introduce students to the intricacies and background of game theory. Coupling theory with practical simulations and workshops, students will work with practitioners on static, dynamic, and repeated games, as well as build an understanding of incomplete information.
Theory coupled with practical simulations and workshops.
Small group project in groups of 3 (maximum). Groups will choose from a list of games and play them with friends and/or classmates. The assessment is based on a group presentation of the experimental design in class [40%] and a short written report (6 pages maximum) that discusses design, limitations and deviations from predicted equilibrium results [60%].
Osborne, M. (2009). An Introduction to Game Theory, Oxford University Press.
Daily sessions over one week (intensive).
Once in 2014/15.
Booking / availability