Why Should You Take This Course?
The Economics course will provide you with an understanding of how markets work and the need for government intervention due to market failure. You will also analyse how economic performance is measured and judge the suitability of macroeconomic objectives and policy. Economics is a subject that is held in high esteem by universities. Studying Economics will provide you with the opportunity to debate many contentious issues facing society, such as the payment of benefits to the unemployed and the question of whether increased immigration leads to a more affluent society. Taking Economics with A Level Maths and an essay-based subject would be advantageous for students. However, Economics is complemented by a wide range of subjects.
Theme 1: Markets, consumers and firms
Theme 2: The wider economic environment
Theme 3: The global economy
Theme 4: Making markets work
There are many enrichment opportunities available to Economics students including, the MicroLoan Foundations Start Something challenge, the Royal Economics Society's Young Enterprise of the Year competition, the Institute of Charted Accountants Commercial Awareness seminars and the Bank of England and the Financial Times Economics blog competition.
How will I be assessed?
A Level Economics is assessed through three exams which include data response questions and extended essay questions.
Are there any special expenses?
There may be trips that will enrich the curriculum.
What could I do next?
A Level Economics provides the perfect platform to study the subject at degree level and then onto a range of careers, which could include, chartered accountant, financial risk analyst, investment analyst and of course economist for either public, private or not-for-profit organisations.
If you wish to apply for 2020-2021 academic year, please complete the online application form.