Economics
Course summary
What do I need to know, or able to do, before taking this course? It doesn't matter if you haven't studied economics before. You might have an interest in economics and want to know more about the impact economics has on the world around you. You might want to investigate some of the stories you hear in the news- Why do some economies grow and others don't? Will the Eurozone survive? Why didn't economists predict the Global Financial Crisis? Does Africa have the potential of becoming the most powerful continent? And of course, what are the economic impacts of Coronavirus and national lockdown? This course will help you to understand all this and more! What will I learn? 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. An economic way of thinking can help you make better choices. In Theme 1 and Theme 2 you will be introduced to the nature of economics, how markets work and why they fail. You will also consider the role of government and the UK economy. In Theme 3 and Theme 4 you will explore how businesses grow and compete, the labor market and how the government intervenes to make markets work better. You will also explore international trade, inequality within and between countries, emerging and developing economies and the public finances. You will also have an opportunity to consider the role and impact of the financial sector. Course Units: Theme 1: Introduction to Markets and Market Failure Theme 2: The UK Economy- Performance and Policies Theme 3: Business Behavior and the Labor Market Theme 4: Global Perspective Course Can Lead To: This subject is useful if you want to go on to study Economics or another related degree at university. Common career paths for Economics graduates include Banking and Accountancy. It is also suitable for those considering careers in most business areas, as well as law. Many students in the department go on to study Economics at a higher level. Course Highlights: - London School of Economics mentoring - One to one tutoring by top undergraduate and postgraduate students - Lectures at Economics institutions such as Institution of Economics Affairs and Bank of England - Bank of England trip - KMPG Employability Workshop - PwC Apprenticeship Workshop
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 6 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
Mathematics | Grade 5 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
To qualify to study 3 A level/ Applied subjects, you will need to achieve 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, preferably including English Language or Maths at grade 4 or above. In addition/ within those 6 GCSEs, for this subject you will need to achieve Grade 5 in English Language and Grade 5 in Maths.
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Assessment
The course will be assessed with 3 exams at the end of year 2. Each exam requires some numerical skill as well as the ability to articulate your ideas and judgements clearly in written form.
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