Economics is a social science. Economics develops an analytical mind and the higher academic skills which are greatly valued by universities and employers. The course was designed in consultation with top universities, multinational business and professional economists. In choosing Economics, you will find that it offers a lively and stimulating two years that combines theory with a practical approach to key events and issues of the present day. What will I be studying on the course? The department will follow the Edexcel Economics A Specification A-level [9ECO], structured into four Themes. Students build knowledge and understanding of core economic models and concepts in Themes 1 and 2, and then further develop this in Themes 3 and 4. The course looks at: Theme 1: Introduction to markets and market failure Theme 2: The UK economy – performance and policies Theme 3: Business behaviour and the labour market Theme 4: A global perspective What will I be doing in lessons? The subject content explores Britain’s underlying strengths, problems and the issues of today, and makes comparisons with countries in Europe and the developing world. Theory is applied to current events and so is studied in a meaningful and topical fashion. Examples of topics covered are: How can government policy reduce pollution and improve our environment? Should we chase economic growth and how can it best be achieved? Wage determination in competitive and non-competitive markets. How can developing countries in Africa be helped out of poverty?
A grade 6 in either English Language or English Literature.
The AS examination consists of two papers and examines Themes 1 and 2 only, while the A-level consists of three papers examined in Year 13. A combination of assessment techniques is used: multiple-choice; data response, where the students apply theory to a context; and essay questions, to enable students to develop their arguments, apply economic models and draw their own conclusions.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Reddington Drive, Langley, SL3 7QS |
Economics is a social science. Economics develops an analytical mind and the higher academic skills which are greatly valued by universities and employers. The course was designed in consultation with top universities, multinational business and professional economists. In choosing Economics, you will find that it offers a lively and stimulating two years that combines theory with a practical approach to key events and issues of the present day. What will I be studying on the course? The department will follow the Edexcel Economics A Specification A-level [9ECO], structured into four Themes. Students build knowledge and understanding of core economic models and concepts in Themes 1 and 2, and then further develop this in Themes 3 and 4. The course looks at: Theme 1: Introduction to markets and market failure Theme 2: The UK economy – performance and policies Theme 3: Business behaviour and the labour market Theme 4: A global perspective What will I be doing in lessons? The subject content explores Britain’s underlying strengths, problems and the issues of today, and makes comparisons with countries in Europe and the developing world. Theory is applied to current events and so is studied in a meaningful and topical fashion. Examples of topics covered are: How can government policy reduce pollution and improve our environment? Should we chase economic growth and how can it best be achieved? Wage determination in competitive and non-competitive markets. How can developing countries in Africa be helped out of poverty?
A grade 6 in either English Language or English Literature.
The AS examination consists of two papers and examines Themes 1 and 2 only, while the A-level consists of three papers examined in Year 13. A combination of assessment techniques is used: multiple-choice; data response, where the students apply theory to a context; and essay questions, to enable students to develop their arguments, apply economic models and draw their own conclusions.
