Economics
Course summary
Studying A-Level Economics will enable you to attain a greater understanding of the modern world in which we live, and will provide you with an insight in to the decisions that are made in business and government. This course aims to stimulate your interest in how economies work – at personal, national and world levels. A sample of the issues you will be encouraged to investigate are: • Why do economies experience recessions? • What determines the level of UK interest rates? Is a strong pound desirable? • What are the implications of a national minimum wage? • Should the health service be provided by the state or the private sector? • Do the activities of multinationals assist or hinder the development of poor countries? • Why have African economies been slow to develop? Should we provide aid? • Why are footballers paid more than nurses? • How does consumer behaviour affect economies growth structure?
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
Mathematics | Grade 6 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 6 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
Entry Requirements GCSE English Language and Mathematics to a Grade 6 or above. You need to be an enthusiastic person with a desire to participate in discussions and debates. The ability to argue a case, compare theory with reality and recognise the differences is essential. An increasing emphasis on quantitative skills means that students must be able to use and interpret data to analyse economic problems. Crucially, students will want to keep up to date with current affairs.
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Assessment
The course is 100% exam based with exams taken in Year 13.
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