Economics A-level

Understand the impact of developments in business society and the world economy with A-level Economics. This qualification helps you to understand the decisions of households firms and governments based on human behaviour, beliefs, structure, constraints and needs.

You will be following the AQA specification.

First year (AS-level):
Unit 1: Markets and Market Failure
Unit 2: The National Economy

Second year (A2-level):
Unit 3: Business Economics and the Distribution of Income
Unit 4: The National and International Economy

Formal assessment is through examinations and, in some subjects, through coursework. The examination period is May/June There are regular assignments essays and class based assessments to help you develop your study skills for the next educational step. Individual learning targets are set each term and you receive regular feedback on your progress.

You learn in a variety of ways: discussion, group work, independent study, traditional essays, reading and research tasks. There is a balance of challenge and support. You play an active part in your learning and there will be a strong focus on your individual learning needs. Classes take place over four days a week between 9am and 5pm. We expect you to be fully committed to your studies and attend all timetabled sessions. In addition, you have the opportunity to attend trips and visits according to the needs of individual subjects. There are many enrichment opportunities which enable you to extend your learning beyond the bounds of your chosen subjects.

You develop the skills necessary for further academic study, such as strong report writing, essay writing and study skills, including presentation skills.

You also improve the wider skills vital for success in further study or employment, including self-confidence, speaking in front of others, working with others, taking responsibility and managing your time. By the end of the course you benefit from individual support, including clear advice about higher education and careers.

6 x C grades at GCSE including maths.

With three A-levels the possibilities are endless. You can progress to higher education to study a variety of different subjects at degree level. A Levels also offer a high standard of education which many employers require as part of their entry criteria onto training programmes. An A-level in economics is of great value and can be linked with both arts and science courses. At university it can be studied as a single subject or in many combinations ranging from languages through to mathematics. In business knowledge of economics is invaluable for many jobs and professions.