Economics

Stoke Newington School and Sixth Form

02072419600

Clissold Road, London, N16 9EX

Course summary

Economics explores how markets work; it looks at how supply and demand interact to allocate resources in local, national and international markets. This will involve looking at decision making using traditional theories but also looking at a new field in economics: behavioural economics. Students will develop an understanding of why markets fail and consider the strengths and weaknesses of possible government intervention to remedy these market failures. During their course of study, students will develop an understanding of recent UK economic performance as well as trends in the global economy over the past 25 years. This includes looking at the causes and consequences of the 2008 global recession and comparing the events to the Great Depression. Students will be required to assess the impact and effectiveness of current government policies to deal with these problems, as well as considering alternative policies and approaches. To develop their skills, knowledge and understanding in economics, students will need to be competent in relevant quantitative skills.

Entry Requirements

Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.

Published entry requirements compared with your results
Requirement	Rule	You
Average point score	Minimum average point score of 5	—
English Language	Grade 5 in English Language	—
English Literature	Grade 4 in English Literature	—
Mathematics	Grade 5 in Mathematics	—
English Language Alternative route	Grade 4 in English Language	—
Mathematics Alternative route	Grade 5 in Mathematics	—
English Literature Alternative route	Grade 5 in English Literature	—

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As published by the school

Grade 5 in Maths and 4.5 average in English. Please note, A level Economics and BTEC Business are not permitted to be chosen in conjunction with each other. This is due to the overlap of content which may limit your choices when applying for Higher Education qualifications e.g., university degrees.