ECONOMICS Course
Assessment
A level Economics
Theme 1: An introduction to markets and market failure.
Exam Board Edexcel
Entry requirements Grade 5 in English Grade 5 in Maths Students who have not studied GCSE Economics may still be considered.
Why study Economics?
Theme 2: The UK Economy - performance and policies. Theme 3: Business behaviour. Theme 4: A Global Perspective. All units are assessed through external examinations.
Progression after Sixth Form Most Economics students continue onto further study at university in related fields such as Economics, Business or Social Sciences. Some students use the skills gained in this subject to achieve a higher level apprenticeship.
Have you ever wondered why you make a decision about spending money or thought of a better way to handle your finances?
Career opportunities
The recent recession gave us all a chance to evaluate how we use our income to fulfil our needs and wants.
Economist
Course content This course provides an in depth view into the behaviour of three key economic agents: 1. Business Finance 2. Entrepreneurial Economics 3. Global Concept
There are a range of careers that students could use their Economics qualification towards, examples of these are: Data Analyst Chartered Accountant Stockbroker Teacher
There are four topics that combine micro and macroeconomics principles applied to current day context.
For more information contact Head of Department: Mrs J Sidhu - jsidhu@speters.org.uk S. PETER’S COLLEGIATE SCHOOL SIXTH FORM 2021-22 15
