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each other. The
dynamic between
consumers,
manufacturers
and government
makes economics a
vibrant topic. Of course,
Economics can also lead to an
exciting career.
Managing resources
fundamental
In GCE Economics you’ll look at the
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forces which affect our lives, such as
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prices, international trade and poverty
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that economics concerns the allocati
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scarce resources amongst the many alte
to which they could be put.
Managing
your career
Economics is a fascinating
subject because it includes
the study of how people
behave and interact with
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In year one you’ll focus on both Microe
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and Macroeconomics. Microeconom
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markets?”
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and “How are we affected by the Chines
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In year two you’ll build on
your micro and macro
knowledge and study anoth
er two key topics.
First, ‘The Global Conte
xt’ includes the impact
of globalisation on UK eco
nomic performance.
Second, ‘The European
Union Context’ includes
the effects of EU members
hip and economic
policies on the UK econo
my.
On your marks ...
Each year you’ll have two
written papers to
complete. Each paper acc
ounts for 50% of the
marks for that year. There
’s a mix of short answer
questions and a choice of
questions where you can
give a longer, more detai
led answer. You will also
have the opportunity to res
it the papers to improve
your marks.
Where will success take m
e?
Economics is a versatile su
bject that can help you
in a number of careers. No
t only could you find
yourself working for big
corporations, banks or the
government but your qu
alification in economics
could also be valuable su
pport in a career like
marketing, law, journali
sm or teaching.
Will it fit in my life?
Students who take Econ
omics also often study
Law, Mathematics,
Geography, History, Po
litics, Philosophy and
Languages. Of course
if you go on to specialise
in economics then it wi
ll help you to get into
university or college.
Can’t wait to get starte
d?
Your tutor and career
adviser will be the best
people to help you decid
whether Economics is
e
the right choice for yo
u. They will be as passi
as you to find the best su
on
ate
bject to develop your tal
ents!
For more info, visit:
www.aqa.org.uk/qual
/gce/economics_new
.php
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