Economics

Course summary

What is economics? is a question often asked by inquisitive Year 11s. Some students guess that it is a hard science used by bankers to get rich. Some guess that it is about politics and accounting. Our view is that economics is about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms. The economic way of thinking can help us make better choices. Economic thinking allows us to explore a variety of interesting questions: Why are some countries rich and some poor? Why does the price of products and services tend to rise over time? What do school teachers and sumo wrestlers have in common? From the fundamental questions to the frivolous ones, economics provides an approach to analyzing problems that can help address challenges big and small. Careers in economics are as diverse as they come, with job roles covering everything from food and agriculture to business and banking. Economics graduates consistently rank amongst the highest paid of all graduates, 5 years after leaving. So if you want to learn more about a subject that is engaging, challenging and leads to excellent career prospects, then apply to study Economics at A-level.