Economics
All Saints Catholic School and Technology College
Course summary
Economics aims to provide students with an understanding of key economic concepts and theories through a critical consideration of current economic issues, problems and institutions that affect everyday life. The syllabus requires the study of both National and International economies and policies adopted by governments to meet the key macroeconomic objectives. In today’s current climate this course provides students with the understanding required to analyse and evaluate the decisions of businesses and governments to gain a critical understanding of how businesses and the economy operate. In doing this, students will be required to apply the concepts and theories in a range of different contexts.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Average point score | Minimum average point score of 5.5 | — |
As published by the school
Students wishing to study Economics should achieve grade 6 in Maths and English at GCSE level. If you are hoping to study an A Level qualification you will need to have achieved at least 5 grade ‘C’s in 5 separate subjects. This must include a grade 5 in both English Language and Mathematics. Our Vocational courses are for those students who achieved a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above.
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Assessment
Assessment at AS level is through an examination for each unit, which combines Objective Test Questions and Data Response Questions. Each examination is one hour and 15 minutes in duration. A2 assessment is in the form of a two hour examination which requires the completion of a data response question and an essay for each unit. Year 12- AS Outline Students are required to study the following units at AS: Unit 1: Markets and Market Failure Unit 2: The National Economy Year 13- A2 Outline Students who choose to continue studying Economics at A level will also study the following units: Unit 3: Business Economics and the Distribution of Income Unit 4: The National and International Economy
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