ECONOMICS
Exam Board: Edexcel
Course Contact: Mrs T Naqvi
What will I study?
You will be introduced to markets and market failure, looking specifically at the
nature of economics, how markets work and government intervention. You will also
explore the UK economy performance and policies, focusing on macroeconomic
concepts, measures of economic performance, aggregate supply and demand,
national income, economic growth and macroeconomic objectives and policy.
This is a de-coupled qualification, students will have the opportunity to take their
AS at the end of Year 12 and the A Level at the end of Year 13.
What next?
Students can progress from this qualification to Advanced Level GCE in Economics.
A full A2 in Economics will also provide entry to higher education courses such as
economics degrees with a focus on theory, or degrees in applied economics such
as environmental economics, labour economics, public sector economics or
monetary economics. Alternatively, students may choose to study a business
economics, mathematical economics or business degree. A wide range of careers
ranging from finance, banking, insurance, accountancy, management and
consultancy will also be possible.
Entry requirements:
Students should have a minimum grade of a B in GCSE Maths and English.