You will gain an insight into how aspects of our daily life depend upon the economy we live in; decide whether you are a left-wing ‘government interventionist’ economist or a right wing ‘freemarket’ economist by studying theories and practices; investigate the markets for smartphones, music and clothes; evaluate the latest government policies for the NHS, education and benefit systems; and discover the inside story on trade wars, immigration and financial markets. Lessons include group discussions and debates, news report analyses and independent study as well as enrichment opportunities. The terminal examinations are 20% mathematical skills and 80% multiple choice, data response and essays.
Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. Mathematics GCSE Grade 5 and English Language GCSE Grade 5 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | The Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND |
You will gain an insight into how aspects of our daily life depend upon the economy we live in; decide whether you are a left-wing ‘government interventionist’ economist or a right wing ‘freemarket’ economist by studying theories and practices; investigate the markets for smartphones, music and clothes; evaluate the latest government policies for the NHS, education and benefit systems; and discover the inside story on trade wars, immigration and financial markets. Lessons include group discussions and debates, news report analyses and independent study as well as enrichment opportunities. The terminal examinations are 20% mathematical skills and 80% multiple choice, data response and essays.
Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. Mathematics GCSE Grade 5 and English Language GCSE Grade 5 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships
