What can Economics lead to? A good grade in Economics at A level can enable you to go on to study at any university or go into the world of work. In particular it helps students to:
- Develop a critical understanding of the economy and the problems facing governments
- Understand and analyse the policies that governments use to try and get rid of or reduce the problems
- Acquire a range of skills including decision-making and problem-solving
- Understand the different between macroeconomics (how the whole economy works) and microeconomics (Individuals consumers, firms, markets, and industries)
- Develop their ability to acquire a range of important and transferable skills including data skills, presenting arguments, making judgments, and conducting research.
- Develop quantitative & qualitative skills and be able to make informed and justified judgements
This course is suitable for anyone interested in economics, politics, mathematics, or business studies.
- Delivered by industry experts
- Modern teaching and learning facilities
- WiFi enabled campus
- Exciting business excursions and trips
- Excellent progression routes to university or a professional career
- Expert guidance for university applications and careers advice
- Strong links with local businesses
- Our class sizes are smaller, so you will make friends more easily and benefit from one-to-one support
What you'll learn
Microeconomics
- Economic methodology and the economic problem
- Price determination in a competitive market
- Production, costs & revenue
- Competitive, concentrated markets and competition
- Market mechanism, market failure and government intervention
- The labour market, wealth, and poverty
Macroeconomics
- The measurement of performance
- How the macroeconomy works
- Economic performance and policy
- Financial markets and policies
- The international economy
How you'll learn and be assessed
A challenging, enjoyable course taught using modern teaching and learning facilities within a WIFI enabled campus
Progression
On successful completion of this course, you could progress onto higher education in Business Studies or similar. Alternatively, you may wish to pursue a career within the industry.
Entry requirements
At least five GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) or above, including Maths. In addition you should have a grade 6 (grade B) or above in English Language or English Literature.
