Economics

AS level - 100% examination

A2 level - 100% examination

Why should I follow this course?

Why is the price of petrol so high? Why is it so expensive to buy a house in Bristol?  What do stock markets do? How does the rise of China or India as economic superpowers affect us? Who benefits from globalisation? Can trade or aid really help poor countries? These are just a few examples of the questions economics deals with. Economic issues are all around us and we all make economic decisions every day. The course will help you understand how the economy works and how it shapes our lives. In addition, it will improve your understanding of current affairs and give you the tools to make sense of the most pressing issues of our time.

What will I learn?

AS level

• Competitive markets - how they work and why they fail
• Managing the economy

A2 level

• Business economics and economic efficiency
• The global economy

What teaching and learning methods will be used?

Teacher-led activities, individual and group work, presentations, discussions, role- play and game simulations. You will use the internet, newspapers and TV programmes to research current economic issues. Guest speakers and visits to organisations such as the Bank of England will give you a first-hand experience of "economics in action".

What can I do when I have my qualification?

Economic issues and decisions constantly impact on your personal life, businesses and government. Studying the subject will help you gain a much deeper understanding of how the world you live in works and is shaped by economics. The qualification demonstrates your analytical, problem-solving  and evaluative skills and is highly regarded by universities and employers. It provides a particularly good basis for entering degree courses in economics, economics and politics, business studies, accountancy and related subjects.

What minimum qualification will I need?

NBP16C level 3 entry requirement.

Examination board:

Edexcel