Course content

Modeling of strategic situations. Games in extensive and strategic form. Nash equilibrium and alternative concepts of equilibrium. Repeated games. Incomplete information. Theory of negotiations. Management of common resources. Games on renewable resources. In general, game theory tries to model strategic behavior in situations where the outcome depends on the actions of several participants.

Learning outcome

The course gives a basic introduction to modern game theory.

Admission

Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.

If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.

Prerequisites

Formal prerequisite knowledge

In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:

  • Mathematics R1 (or Mathematics S1 and S2) + R2

And in addition one of these:

  • Physics (1+2)
  • Chemistry (1+2)
  • Biology (1+2)
  • Information technology (1+2)
  • Geosciences (1+2)
  • Technology and theories of research (1+2)

The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies (in Norwegian).

Recommended previous knowledge

MAT1100 – Calculus, MAT1110 – Calculus and Linear Algebra, MAT1120 – Linear Algebra, STK1100 – Probability and Statistical Modelling, and
STK1110 – Statistical Methods and Data Analysis.

Overlapping courses

5 credits overlap with ECON4240 – Equilibrium, Welfare and Information (discontinued)

*The information about overlaps is not complete. Contact the department for more information if necessary.

Teaching

Teaching will be given as lectures and exercises.

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