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Economics

Economics relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions individuals make to the policies of governments.

Course Information

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  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Qualification A Level 🧩
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Location Hele Road Centre
  • Course Length 2 years
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Overview

This course is combined with A Levels and/or BTEC Certificates. It goes particularly well with Mathematics, Business, Geography, Social Sciences and History.

You will study an AS Level in the first year of this course.

Economics is about choice and the impact of our choices on each other. It is an extremely valuable A Level as it relates to every aspect of our lives, from the decisions we make as individuals or families to the structures created by governments and firms.

This course is ideal if you enjoy debating economic issues such as inequality, immigration and how we should pay for healthcare, using and interpreting data to analyse economic problems, discussing alternative courses of action, keeping up to date with national and international trends.

The final A Level qualification will be achieved by completing three examinations at the end of the two year course. However, all learners are given the opportunity to also gain an AS Level at the end of their first year to help you to know that this is the right course for you.

You will:

  • Develop a deep knowledge of economic forces and an understanding of how they shape the world around us
  • Gain an understanding of the economics that lie behind front page news stories, such as changes to the Bank of England bass rate, the cost of living crisis or the effects of international conflict
  • Look at the UK economy – its performance and policies
  • Consider subjects such as inflation, growth, unemployment and foreign trade
  • Study business behaviour and the labour market
  • Have the opportunity to take part in study trips, attend conferences and visit organisations

Future Steps: Economics is excellent preparation for an Economics degree or a degree in subjects such as business studies, social sciences, history or engineering. Possible career choices for A Level Economics students include Apprenticeships in accountancy, stock broking, banking and finance. Note: to progress to a top university to study Economics, A Level Maths is required.

Entry Requirements

You will need eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including English Language and Maths at grade 5 or above).

Facilities

Learning Resource Centre (LRC) support, access to Economics reviews, computer suites and iPads for research, lecture theatre.

Additional Costs

There are some costs of materials and resources.

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